A decadent Lucknow, a waning kingdom, and a foreign power vying for control.

Set in 19th century India during the reign of the last Nawab of Awadh, The Chess Players is an account of two men’s obsession with chess.

A short story about addiction, dissipation, and hedonism.

An English language translation of Shatranj Ke Khiladi by Munshi Premchand, the celebrated author of Indian classics such as Gaban, Godaan, and Nirmala.