These top kids today don't read anymore. I don't understand how that's possible
How did Julio Granda Zuniga reach such a high level without studying books?

These top kids today don't read anymore. I don't understand how that's possible
I know, but I guess that is online chess for you. But Granda developed his chops in the 80s. In the countryside. How???!!!
The guy plays the most amazingly creative games. It is a mystery.
There have been others who reached high strength without study, e.g.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mir_Sultan_Khan

There have been others who reached high strength without study, e.g.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mir_Sultan_Khan
Another fascinating story.
Or is it a myth? Nor much is written about him, which is a pity because he seems like a fascinating character.