Oxford History of Board Games
David Parlett • 2018 • Echo Point Books & Media
- Author
- David Parlett
- First published
- 2018
- Publisher
- Echo Point Books & Media
- Subjects
- Games
- ISBN
- 9781626548817
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The Oxford History of Board Games was originally written by David Parlett and first published in 1999. It emerged from Parlett’s extensive research into ludology, the study of games, aimed at documenting the evolution of board gaming from ancient precursors to modern commercial releases. The text functions as a definitive reference work, categorizing games by their underlying mechanics and historical development rather than just their thematic elements.
David Parlett, a distinguished games historian and designer, sought to move beyond anecdotal accounts to provide a rigorous, academic overview of how board games reflect human culture. The work is widely regarded by scholars and enthusiasts as a foundational text in the field for its methodical classification systems and clear, descriptive prose. The 2018 Echo Point Books & Media edition serves as a reprint, ensuring continued access to this influential scholarly record.
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