The World of Games: Their Origins and History, How to Play Them, and How to Make Them (English and Dutch Edition)

Burrett, Tony,Van Delft, Pieter,Splunteren, Carla

ISBN 10: 0816021848 / ISBN 13: 9780816021840

Edité par Facts on File, 1989

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Synopsis :

This volume delves into the origins of over 140 games from black-jack to yo-yo demonstrating how this aspect of life has crossed social, historical, cultural, political and geographical borders. Many games are relics of ancient religious rituals or originated as a means of training young people in hunting and fighting skills, or just to sharpen mental ability. Some of the 140 games featured include: boules, backgammon, chequers, scrabble, tiddly-winks, poker, marbles, hopscotch and lacrosse.

Détails bibliographiques

Titre : The World of Games: Their Origins and ...
Éditeur : Facts on File
Date d'édition : 1989
Reliure : hardcover
Etat : Very Good