What inspired the author to set this story against the backdrop of WWII and chess?
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What inspired the author to set this story against the backdrop of WWII and chess?
Did anyone else feel the story's focus on obsession and manipulation made them think differently about chess?
How do you think the author used the chess motif to reflect larger themes of fate and free will?