About the book
Historian Johan Huizinga once described game playing as the motor of humanity's cultural development, predating art and literature. Since the late 20th century, Western society has undergone a \"ludification,\" as the influence of game-playing has grown ever more prevalent. At the same time, new theories of postmodernism have emphasized the importance of interactive, playful behavior.
Core concepts of postmodernism are evident in pen-and-paper role-playing, such as Dungeons and Dragons. Exploring the interrelationships among narrative, gameplay, players and society, the author raises questions regarding authority, agency and responsibility, and discusses the social potential of RPGs in the 21st century.
Editions of The Postmodern Joy of Role-Playing Games
- Paperback
- ISBN 9781476664934
- EBook
- ISBN 9781476631462
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Historian Johan Huizinga once described game playing as the motor of humanity's cultural development, predating art and literature. Since the late 20th century, Western society has undergone a \"ludification,\" as the influence of game-playing has grown ever more prevalent. At the same time, new theories of postmodernism have emphasized the importance of interactive, playful behavior.
Core concepts of postmodernism are evident in pen-and-paper role-playing, such as Dungeons and Dragons. Exploring the interrelationships among narrative, gameplay, players and society, the author raises questions regarding authority, agency and responsibility, and discusses the social potential of RPGs in the 21st century.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Postmodern Joy of Role-Playing Games about?
Historian Johan Huizinga once described game playing as the motor of humanity's cultural development, predating art and literature. Since the late 20th century, Western society has undergone a \"ludification,\" as the influence of game-playing has grown ever more prevalent. At the same time, new theories of postmodernism have emphasized the importance of interactive, playful behavior.
Core concepts of postmodernism are evident in pen-and-paper role-playing, such as Dungeons and Dragons. Exploring the interrelationships among narrative, gameplay, players and society, the author raises questions regarding authority, agency and responsibility, and discusses the social potential of RPGs in the 21st century.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in The Postmodern Joy of Role-Playing Games?
Lifestyle, Hobbies and Leisure > Hobbies, quizzes and games > Hobbies / pastimes > Role-playing, war games and fantasy sports
Where can I read a sample of The Postmodern Joy of Role-Playing Games?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781476664934
How long is The Postmodern Joy of Role-Playing Games and how many pages does it have?
The Postmodern Joy of Role-Playing Games has 258 page(s)
Is The Postmodern Joy of Role-Playing Games part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Studies in Gaming
Who is/are the Author/s of the book The Postmodern Joy of Role-Playing Games?
René Reinhold Schallegger
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
The Postmodern Joy of Role-Playing Games is available as paperback(ISBN 9781476664934) and ebook(ISBN 9781476631462)
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