The air in the library smelled of vanilla-aged paper and the faint, ozone tang of the digital scanners. Arthur didn’t care for the rare manuscripts or the bestsellers; he was looking for a ghost. Specifically, the ghost of a game he’d lost forty years ago.
: A specialized feature by Vladimir Lionter explores the strategy and culture of the Armed Forces Open and NATO chess circles. Chess Life 2025 02 pdf
: An in-depth look at a current event or a profile on a notable chess player, possibly with a focus on tournaments, strategies, or player profiles. The air in the library smelled of vanilla-aged
The February 2025 issue of Chess Life, featuring IM Carissa Yip on the cover, is available for US Chess members, with physical copies for purchase through retailers like House of Staunton : A specialized feature by Vladimir Lionter explores
The magazine pays tribute to the legendary German Grandmaster Robert Hübner
This month’s edition packs a punch for players of all levels. Here are the highlights: