Schachnovelle

The "Chess Novella" by Stefan Zweig is an outstanding work of 20th-century German literature. This edition is part of the "Suhrkamp BasisBibliothek - Working Texts for School and Study" and offers not only the complete text of the novella but also comprehensive commentary that facilitates understanding of the work. The commentary includes a timeline of the author's life and works, notes on the history of its creation, text, and printing, as well as an overview of its reception history. Additionally, it provides literary references and detailed explanations of words and concepts that help readers better grasp the complex themes and motifs of the novella. This edition is therefore of great value not only to literature enthusiasts but also to students and educators.