The True Story Behind Chess Prodigy And Style Icon Beth Harmon From ‘The Queen’s Gambit’ – Marie Claire

What Inspired The Plot Of Netflix’s The Queen’s Gambit?
Based on a 1983 book of the same name by Walter Tevis, the series was apparently based on his own experiences, according to an interview with The New York Times.
Using the chess scenes as an example, the show’s inspiration came from Tevis’ time as a Class C competitor. 
“I first began to play chess with my sister and the kids on my block,” Tevis said. “I once won a prize of $250 and became a Class C player. I now play against a computer so…

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