| As
one of the classical arts of antiquity, Go has served as the subject
of poetry, paintings and serious literature. The IGS
Art Gallery offers a collection of classical paintings depicting
Go-related themes. The foibles and frustrations of Go players are also
the subject of many humorous writings and poems. A whole body of songs
with Go themes, in the style of English drinking songs, has become popular
in some quarters. In this section are a series of essays and stories
inspired by some of the amusing quirks of personality that are occasionally
displayed in the world of Go. These pieces are in a variety of
styles, including satire, parody, and wordplay, and illustrate the old
truth that adults are not always grownups. Most of these articles originally
appeared in the internet news group rec.games.go and often were
followed by spirited and sometimes hilarious exchanges. |
