THE PROBLEMS OF INTENTION
Published on 16. April 2025
120 pages
979-8-8230-4697-8 (ISBN)
Description
CHESS is a profound reflection of intention, embodying strategic
thought, foresight, and decision-making. Each game is a dialogue
between minds, where the clarity of intention can lead to triumph
or defeat.
Each move on the board is not merely a reaction to the opponent's
actions but a manifestation of the player's intent. From the opening
moves, players establish their strategies - whether aggressive,
defensive, or opportunistic-shaping the game's trajectory.
Whether in a game or in real life, Intention encompasses long-term
planning and psychological warfare. Participants must consider
their own objectives while anticipating competing responses. These
competing responses are what I call 'the problems of intention'.
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DR. JOHN DAVID MCCONNELL
Dr. John David McConnell is the owner of Prolyric Productions Publishing Company. Born and raised in Kansas City Kansas, John received his Bachelor of Science degree at Saint Mary College in Leavenworth, Kansas. John taught grades 2 through 8 over the span of his 27-year career as a public-school educator. 20 of those years were with the Houston Independent School District.
In 2016 John received his doctorate in sacred music from Christian Bible Institute & Seminary. His war chest of badges includes Christian, father of two sons, educator, actor, singer, songwriter, worship-leader, Certified Christian Counselor, and author. John exited his teaching career in 2022, and is currently pursuing his literary and songwriting careers full-time.
