Dive into the captivating narrative of 'Behind Deep Blue,' a groundbreaking exploration of artificial intelligence and chess. This riveting trade paperback recounts the legendary competition between Deep Blue, a state-of-the-art supercomputer, and the world-renowned chess champion Garry Kasparov. Authored by Feng-hsiung Hsu, the builder of Deep Blue, this book provides an insider's perspective on the challenges and triumphs of creating a machine capable of competing at the highest levels of chess. Trace the journey from a simple student project at Carnegie Mellon in 1985 to the monumental victory on May 11, 1997, when Deep Blue made history. This essential read not only captures the intense rivalry between human intelligence and artificial intelligence but also delves into the engineering intricacies and ethical debates surrounding the development of intelligent machines. Enhance your understanding of AI and its implications for the future with this compelling account, featuring a new foreword by Jon Kleinberg and an insightful preface from Hsu himself. Perfect for tech enthusiasts, chess aficionados, and anyone interested in the evolution of AI, 'Behind Deep Blue' is a window into the future of machine versus human cognition.