Homo Ludens: a study of the play-element in culture

By:

Huizinga, Johan

Publication details: New Delhi: Gyan Publishing House, 2024.Edition: 2nd edDescription: ix, 220p.: hbk.: 22 cmISBN:

9789362080349

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DDC classification:

306.481 HUI

Summary: In "Homo Ludens," Johan Huizinga delves into the concept of play as a cornerstone of human civilization. He elucidates the defining characteristics of play and investigates its pervasive role across diverse cultures, spanning domains from language to politics. From ancient civilizations to contemporary society, Huizinga traces the evolution of play and its profound influence on societal structures and various fields of human endeavor. Through insightful analysis and captivating writing, "Homo Ludens" provides a deep exploration of the enduring significance of play in shaping human culture and civilization, offering valuable insights into this fundamental aspect of human existence. https://www.gyanbooks.com/index.phpp=sr&format=fullpage&Field=bookcode&String=1111030364684&Book=Homo%20Ludens:%20A%20Study%20of%20the%20PlayElement%20in%20Culture

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In "Homo Ludens," Johan Huizinga delves into the concept of play as a cornerstone of human civilization. He elucidates the defining characteristics of play and investigates its pervasive role across diverse cultures, spanning domains from language to politics. From ancient civilizations to contemporary society, Huizinga traces the evolution of play and its profound influence on societal structures and various fields of human endeavor. Through insightful analysis and captivating writing, "Homo Ludens" provides a deep exploration of the enduring significance of play in shaping human culture and civilization, offering valuable insights into this fundamental aspect of human existence. https://www.gyanbooks.com/index.phpp=sr&format=fullpage&Field=bookcode&String=1111030364684&Book=Homo%20Ludens:%20A%20Study%20of%20the%20PlayElement%20in%20Culture

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