The silence of chess: A new family behind bars (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798262730186)

An essay that explores how the game of chess becomes a tool for rehabilitation, therapy, and social analysis in prison settings, intertwining true stories, psychology, and sociology. No prior knowledge of chess is required to read the book.

In the vast, echoing corridors of the prison, where the shadow of imprisonment weighs on every breath, an island of serenity and strategy takes shape. A place where violence gives way to reflection, and where the mind, rather than being imprisoned, finds the freedom to explore infinite possibilities. This place is a chessboard.
In an environment typically painted in the strong, unyielding colours of punishment, an unlikely protagonist emerges from the shadows, ready to challenge not only the minds, but the very lives of those who inhabit it. This protagonist, timeless in his heritage but unexpected in this setting, is the game of chess.

This book invites us on a surprising journey, an immersion in a world where wooden pieces become metaphors for life and each move becomes a crucial choice. We will discover how this ancient game, a symbol of intelligence and strategy, can become a powerful tool for rebirth within prison walls.

Author: Mirko Trasciatti
ISBN-13: 9798262730186
Publisher: Independently Published
Language: English
Published: 11/11/2024
Pages: 168
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.51lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.36d