Chess has always been connected with the practice of war, but in reality it is a mind-game, and its stratagems can parallel human contests in any field of engagement. Varadachary, a fictional centenarian chess enthusiast, who has led a very chequered life, introduces this real chess game, played by Alekhine, one of the greatest players of chess. Why did Alekhine suffer a mysterious defeat in this game? Varadachary
explains.