The author likely chose the game of Chess as a controlling image in the poem to symbolize the strategic and calculated nature of relationships and power dynamics in life. Chess involves planning moves, anticipating consequences, and outsmarting opponents, mirroring the complexities and tactics involved in human interactions. By using chess as a metaphor, the author can explore themes of strategy, competition, and manipulation within the context of personal relationships or societal structures.
Yes, it is possible to play chess with yourself by controlling both sides of the game.
Yes, it is possible to play against yourself in a game of chess by controlling both sides of the board.
Sidney A. Silberman has written: 'The chess teacher' -- subject(s): Chess, Chess problems
Controlling a square means you own it . A "Controlled square" means you can safely occupy a square with a chess-piece or a pawn . A "Mutually controlled square" means that neither side can safely occupy a square and both sides exercise some influence over it .
Alfred C. Klahre has written: 'Early chess in America' -- subject(s): Chess 'Chess potpourri' -- subject(s): Chess
Yasser Seirawan has written: 'Winning chess strategies' -- subject(s): Chess 'Winning Chess Endings (Winning Chess)' 'Winning chess brilliancies' -- subject(s): Collections of games, Chess 'Competitive chess for kids' -- subject(s): Chess for children, Juvenile literature, Chess 'Playing Winning Chess'
The rook in chess is a powerful piece that moves horizontally or vertically across the board. It plays a key role in controlling the board and attacking the opponent's pieces and pawns.
George M. Lapoint has written: 'Chess points, or, How you can win chess games' -- subject(s): Chess, Chess problems, Collections of games
Aaron Alexandre has written: 'The beauties of chess' -- subject(s): Chess
Peter Kurzdorfer has written: 'The tao of chess' -- subject(s): Chess
Kevin Wicker has written: 'How to play chess' -- subject(s): Chess
George Koltanowski has written: 'Adventures of a chess master' -- subject(s): Chess, Schaken, Blind schaken 'With the chess masters' -- subject(s): Chess 'Checkmate!' -- subject(s): Checkmate (Chess)