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100 1 _aWillis, Robert,
_d1800-1875
245 1 3 _aAn Attempt to Analyse the Automaton Chess Player of Mr. De Kempelen :
_bTo Which is Added, a Copious Collection of the Knight's Moves over the Chess Board
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2020
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2020-02-15
508 _aProduced by Paul Marshall and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"An Attempt to Analyse the Automaton Chess Player of Mr. De Kempelen" by Willis is a scientific publication written in the early 19th century. This book provides a detailed analysis of the famous automaton chess player, first introduced in the late 18th century by Mr. De Kempelen. The work delves into the mechanics and underlying principles of this curious invention, ultimately examining the question of whether it is a true mechanical entity or rather a cleverly disguised human performer. The text outlines the intricacies of the automaton, describing the elaborate setup and the methods by which it mimics playing chess. Willis argues against the notion that the movements of the automaton are purely mechanical, highlighting the complexities involved in executing the varied moves required during a chess game. Instead, he posits that the automaton relies on a hidden operator, suggesting a method for how a skilled individual could conceal themselves within the structure and control the automaton's movements. Additionally, the book includes a compilation of the Knight’s moves across the chessboard, offering scholarly insight into both the mechanics of chess and the art of automata. Through thorough reasoning and observational analysis, Willis aims to demystify the automaton's operation while respecting the ingenuity of its creator. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aAutomaton chess players
653 _aKempelen, Wolfgang von, 1734-1804
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/61410
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