I would rather die in America than live in England. I would rather lose a match in America than win one in England. I have come to the conclusion that I neither mean to die soon or to lose the match!

A win by an unsound combination, however showy, fills me with artistic horror

Chess is intellectual gymnastics.

Unfortunately, many regard the critic as an enemy, instead of seeing him as a guide to the truth.

Chess is difficult, it demands work, serious reflection and zealous research.

I may be an old lion, but I can still bite someone's hand off if he puts it in my mouth.

The King is a fighting piece. Use it!