Originally published in French as Pousseur de bois.
Translation arranged through Syllables Agency, France.
"Inspired by the life of Mir Malik Sultan Khan (1905-1966), a gifted Indian chess player who learned to play as a boy and, during his short time playing internationally, was considered the strongest chess master from Asia."--Last page.
Summary
"Long ago, in a country far away, a mysterious stranger surprises a poor boy with an unusual gift: wooden chess pieces. With this unexpected treasure, the boy embarks on a world of adventure. What will he discover?"--Inside front jacket flap.