The history of the Lewis Chessmen
Jim Joannou
- Organisation:
- U3A (University of the Third Age)
- Regions:
- South East, London
- Notice Period:
- Regular (more than one month's notice)
- Type:
- Part Hobby / U3A. but I have spoken professionally in the past
- Fee:
- Unknown: Less than 1 hour travel - £50 - £60 Further travel £50 - £100 plus expenses.
- Category:
- History
- Updated:
- 16th February 2026
- Tagged:
- Lewis Chessmen | History Of Chess
The Lewis Chessmen are arguably the most famous chess pieces in the world and they have a long and interesting history, which keeps evolving. These enigmatic chess pieces from the12th century have many tales and fables surrounding them. Scientific and historical study has separated the myths from the facts and this 1 hour audio visual talk explores both aspects.
Views: 8 | Enquiries: 0About Jim Joannou
Originally trained in Chemistry and worked in the science field and gave training & professional talks. Now Retired from full time employment. Trained in teaching techniques in the Army and presented to large audiences of up to 250 people. Lifelong collector of Chess sets and research into Chess History. Member of the Chess Collectors International group and Editor of The Chess Collector Magazine. I have written many articles on Chess History and presented historical talks at biannual meetings. Interested in History as a hobby and have presented talks in the U3A organisation on various history subjects. I am also a member of two Science groups within the U3A and given multiple talks on various scientific subjects.
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