Of dice and men : the story of Dungeons & Dragons and the people who play it
Ewalt, David M.2024
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Released decades before the Internet and social media, Dungeons & Dragons inspired one of the original nerd subcultures and is still revered by more than 30 million fans. Now, the authoritative history and magic of the game are revealed by an award-winning journalist and lifelong D&D player. In 'Of Dice and Men', David Ewalt describes the development of Dungeons & Dragons from the game's origins on the battlefields of ancient Europe through the hysteria that linked it to satanic rituals and teen suicides to its apotheosis as father of the modern video-game industry. As he chronicles the surprising history of the game's origins (a history largely unknown even to hardcore players) and examines D&D's lasting impact, Ewalt weaves laser-sharp subculture analysis with his own present-day gaming experiences.
Main title:
Author:
Ewalt, David M., author
Imprint:
New York : Scribner, 2024.
Collation:
352 pages ; 22 cm
ISBN:
9781668050101 (pbk)
Dewey class:
793.93
Language:
English
BRN:
3744924