Lysyj: The modern Nimzo-IndianA Black repertoire based on the Nimzo Indian Defence. The book, The Modern Nimzo Indian, presents a Black repertoire based on the Nimzo Indian Defence. From the "Preface": "I wrote this book for the adventurer who wants to start playing the Nimzo but is afraid of drowning in its lines. My creative task is to provide the reader with useful practical advice while sparing him unnecessary learning overhead." Igor Lysyj Igor Lysyj is a strong grandmaster