| Edition |
First American edition. |
| Description |
175 pages : illustrations, maps, portraits, photographs ; 24 cm |
| Note(S) |
Includes index. |
| Summary |
More than 100 games are explored chronologically, from the most ancient to the most modern. Journey through 8,000 years of history, from Ancient Egyptian Senet and Indian Snakes and Ladders, right up to role-play, fantasy and hybrid games of the present day. Discover fascinating secrets of their origin and lasting appeal of the board games you know and love to play, including: Buddha's banned games, stolen patents, boards smuggled into prison and Dungeons and Dragons hysteria! |
| Subject(S) |
Board games.
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Board games -- History.
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| Added Name(S) |
Wallis, James, author.
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| ISBN |
9781465485755 |
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