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Dave Dawkins (D. Harrigon)

Visited the Monastery at San Lorenzo de El Escorial, a short walk from where I'm currently staying. Which means I got to see the Book of Chess, Dice and Board Games by Alfonso X The Wise. A fascinating historical tome of interest to people and folkes.

Leaves from the book illustrated lavishly, showing chess variations and puzzles with tight, descriptive text in latin.
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@golgaloth

Fav illustration from Libro de los juegos is where chess are played together with playing harp. :)
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Libro_de

Alfonso X was also a great composer, having "Santa Maria strela do Dia" as maybe the biggest hit...

en.wikipedia.orgLibro de los juegos - Wikipedia
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