All the Beth Harmons of the Middle Ages must have had a copy of this. If you were a budding chess player in medieval Europe, you might have studied this book of chess problems, known as Bonus Socius (Latin for “good companion”), to up your game. The book features 204 problems that each include a diagram and explanation of a set of moves that lead to the end of the game. During the Middle Ages, chess was often played among noblemen and royalty, both women and men, who viewed it as a game that demonstrated intellect and strategy skills, as well as a diverting pastime. Read more chess-themed art stories at the #linkinbio. . . . . 🏷: #chess #queensgambit #chessstrategy #middleages #medieval #gettymuseum