The Book of Vintage Board Games (eBook)

History and Entertainment from the Late 18th to the Beginning of the 20th Century (Old Fashioned Board Games)

Adrian Seville (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2024
Mango Media (Verlag)
978-1-68481-392-6 (ISBN)

Infos

Discover and Delight in Old-Fashioned Board Games from the PastDiscover the world of old-fashioned board games fromWall Street Journalacclaimed Adrian Seville, an international expert on the cultural history of printed board games.The golden age of board games.Explore the world of vintage board games in this lavishly illustrated book that traces their evolution and cultural significance. From geography and moral lessons to just fun, discover the diverse array of old-fashioned board games from a bygone era.Step back in time.Delve into a bygone era of gaming with this remarkable illustrated board game book. It showcases the exquisite artistry and ingenuity of these games, which covered themes ranging from educational to gambling to simply pure entertainment. Learn all about the moral board games that aimed to instill proper behavior or immerse yourself in the excitement of lottery board games, all while gaining insights into the cultural influences that shaped these games. The Book of Vintage Board Gamesoffers a glimpse into where games started in Europe andthe emergence of board games in America.Inside explore:The history of geography board games and moreDistant lands through war or journey board gamesA treasure trove of beautifully designed boards each reflecting its unique historical contextIf you enjoyed board game books such asBoard and Table Games from Many Civilizations, Oxford History of Board Games, orSeven Games: A Human History, then you will love Adrian Sevilles The Book of Vintage Board Games.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 8.10.2024
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Kinder- / Jugendbuch ► Spielen / Lernen ► Abenteuer / Spielgeschichten
• Schlagworte: board games in america • fun board games • geography board games • illustrated board game book • journey board games • lottery board games • moral board games • nineteenth century board games • old fashioned board games
• ISBN-10: 1-68481-392-1 / 1684813921
• ISBN-13: 978-1-68481-392-6 / 9781684813926