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Abstract
This article presents a case study application of Hiller’s (2011) Multi - Layered Chronological Chart (MLCC) methodology to the life story of former World Chess Champion Bobby Fischer. Designed for use in qualitative biographical studies, the MLCC is adapted here for psychobiographical research. In 1972, Fischer became an American Cold War hero as he wrestled the World Chess Championship from a half century of Soviet domination. His rapid rise to world fame was followed by infamy as Fischer abandoned competitive chess, grew increasingly Anti - Semitic and Anti - American, became a fugitive from U.S. justice, and died in relative isolation in Reykjavik, Iceland. Fischer remains one of the more enigmatic personalities of the 20th century and many questions remain regarding his psychological health. The MLCC method is used to contextualize Fischer’s life in nine key topical domains across five developmental life stages. The value of the MLCC methodology to psychobiographical research is highlighted and suggestions for advancing this methodology are put forth.
Keywords
Psychobiography, Case Study, Biography, Life History, Chess, Multi - Layered Chronological Chart, Bobby Fischer
Publication Date
10-21-2013
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DOI
10.46743/2160-3715/2013.1452
Recommended APA Citation
Ponterotto, J. G., & Reynolds, J. D. (2013). Bobby Fischer in Socio-Cultural Perspective: Application of Hiller’s (2011) Multi-Layered Chronological Chart Methodology. The Qualitative Report, 18(42), 1-20. https://doi.org/10.46743/2160-3715/2013.1452
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