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The narrative centers on Luzhin, a chess prodigy whose extraordinary talent transforms his perception of reality. As he ascends to become an International Grandmaster, his intense love for chess isolates him from the world around him. The story culminates in a dramatic confrontation with the Italian Grandmaster Turati, showcasing Luzhin's strategic brilliance. Rich in metaphor and imagery, this early work by Nabokov captures the emotional depth and complexity of its protagonist, reflecting the warmth that the author cherished in this novel.
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The Defense, Vladimir Nabokov
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- Released
- 2025
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- Title
- The Defense
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Vladimir Nabokov
- Publisher
- Penguin Books Ltd
- Released
- 2025
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 192
- ISBN13
- 9780241720486
- Category
- Fiction
- Description
- The narrative centers on Luzhin, a chess prodigy whose extraordinary talent transforms his perception of reality. As he ascends to become an International Grandmaster, his intense love for chess isolates him from the world around him. The story culminates in a dramatic confrontation with the Italian Grandmaster Turati, showcasing Luzhin's strategic brilliance. Rich in metaphor and imagery, this early work by Nabokov captures the emotional depth and complexity of its protagonist, reflecting the warmth that the author cherished in this novel.