The Modern Chess Problem is a book written by Philip Hamilton Williams, first published in 1903. The book is a comprehensive guide to chess problems, which are puzzles or challenges designed to test a player's ability to find the best move or sequence of moves in a given position. The book covers a wide range of chess problems, from simple two-move problems to complex compositions that require deep analysis and strategic thinking. It provides detailed explanations of the different types of chess problems, including directmates, helpmates, selfmates, reflexmates, and more. The author also includes examples of famous chess problems and their solutions, as well as tips and strategies for solving problems and improving one's chess skills. The book is aimed at both beginners and experienced chess players, and is written in a clear and concise style that is easy to understand. Overall, The Modern Chess Problem is a valuable resource for anyone interested in chess problems and their role in improving chess skills and strategic thinking. It is a classic work on the subject and remains relevant and useful to this day.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.