Emanuel Lasker

Emanuel Lasker (December 24, 1868 – January 11, 1941) was a German chess player and mathematician, born at Berlinchen in Brandenburg (now Barlinek in Poland).

Other facets of his life

He was also a philosopher, and a good friend of Albert Einstein. Later in life he became an ardent humanitarian, and wrote passionately about the need for inspiring and structured education for the stabilization and security of mankind. He also took up bridge and became a master at it, in addition to studying Go.

Related Topics:
Philosopher - Albert Einstein - Bridge - Go

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He invented Lasca, a draughts-like game, but instead of removing captured pieces from the board, they are stacked underneath the capturer.

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Lasca - Draughts

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The poetess Else Lasker-Schüler was his sister-in-law. He was also related to the chess-player Edward Lasker.

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Else Lasker-Schüler - Edward Lasker

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