Dungeons & Dragons Lore & Legends
A Visual Celebration of the Fifth Edition of the World's Greatest Roleplaying Game
By Jon Peterson, Kyle Newman, Michael Witwer, Sam Witwer | Publisher: Clarkson Potter/Ten Speed
About the book
An illustrated guide to Dungeons & Dragons’ beloved fifth edition told through interviews, artwork, and visual ephemera from the designers, storytellers, and artists who bring it to life.
When the reimagined fifth edition of Dungeons & Dragons debuted in the summer of 2014, the game was on the brink of obsolescence. But within a few short years, D&D found greater success than it had ever enjoyed before, even surpassing its 1980s golden age. How did an analog game nearly a half century old become a star in a digital world? For the first time, Lore & Legends reveals the incredible ongoing story of Dungeons & Dragons fifth edition from the perspective of the designers, artists, and players who bring it to life. This comprehensive visual guide illuminates contemporary D&D—its development, evolution, cultural relevance, and popularity—through exclusive interviews and more than 900 pieces of artwork, photography, and advertising curated and analyzed by the authors of the bestselling and Hugo Award–nominated Dungeons & Dragons Art & Arcana.
Editions of Dungeons & Dragons Lore & Legends
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9781984859686
- EBook
- ISBN 9781984859693
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An illustrated guide to Dungeons & Dragons’ beloved fifth edition told through interviews, artwork, and visual ephemera from the designers, storytellers, and artists who bring it to life.
When the reimagined fifth edition of Dungeons & Dragons debuted in the summer of 2014, the game was on the brink of obsolescence. But within a few short years, D&D found greater success than it had ever enjoyed before, even surpassing its 1980s golden age. How did an analog game nearly a half century old become a star in a digital world? For the first time, Lore & Legends reveals the incredible ongoing story of Dungeons & Dragons fifth edition from the perspective of the designers, artists, and players who bring it to life. This comprehensive visual guide illuminates contemporary D&D—its development, evolution, cultural relevance, and popularity—through exclusive interviews and more than 900 pieces of artwork, photography, and advertising curated and analyzed by the authors of the bestselling and Hugo Award–nominated Dungeons & Dragons Art & Arcana.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dungeons & Dragons Lore & Legends about?
An illustrated guide to Dungeons & Dragons’ beloved fifth edition told through interviews, artwork, and visual ephemera from the designers, storytellers, and artists who bring it to life.
When the reimagined fifth edition of Dungeons & Dragons debuted in the summer of 2014, the game was on the brink of obsolescence. But within a few short years, D&D found greater success than it had ever enjoyed before, even surpassing its 1980s golden age. How did an analog game nearly a half century old become a star in a digital world? For the first time, Lore & Legends reveals the incredible ongoing story of Dungeons & Dragons fifth edition from the perspective of the designers, artists, and players who bring it to life. This comprehensive visual guide illuminates contemporary D&D—its development, evolution, cultural relevance, and popularity—through exclusive interviews and more than 900 pieces of artwork, photography, and advertising curated and analyzed by the authors of the bestselling and Hugo Award–nominated Dungeons & Dragons Art & Arcana.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Dungeons & Dragons Lore & Legends?
Lifestyle, Hobbies and Leisure > Hobbies, quizzes and games > Hobbies / pastimes > Role-playing, war games and fantasy sports
Where can I read a sample of Dungeons & Dragons Lore & Legends?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781984859686
Is Dungeons & Dragons Lore & Legends part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Dungeons & Dragons
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Dungeons & Dragons Lore & Legends?
Jon Peterson, Kyle Newman, Michael Witwer, Sam Witwer
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Dungeons & Dragons Lore & Legends is available as hardcover(ISBN 9781984859686) and ebook(ISBN 9781984859693)
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