Paul Morphy Quote

Chess never has been and never can be aught but a recreation. It should not be indulged in to the detriment of other and more serious avocations.


As quoted in Testimonials to Paul Morphy: Presented at University Hall, New York, May 25, 1859


Chess never has been and never can be aught but a recreation. It should not be indulged in to the detriment of other and more serious avocations.

Chess never has been and never can be aught but a recreation. It should not be indulged in to the detriment of other and more serious avocations.

Chess never has been and never can be aught but a recreation. It should not be indulged in to the detriment of other and more serious avocations.

Chess never has been and never can be aught but a recreation. It should not be indulged in to the detriment of other and more serious avocations.