The World of games : their origin and history, how to play them, and how to make them
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The World of games : their origin and history, how to play them, and how to make them
Facts on File, c1989
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Wereld vol spelletjes
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Translation of: Een Wereld vol spelletjes
Bibliography: p. 238-240
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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.
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