Includes bibliographical references (p. 197-202) and index.
Contents:
Historical evolution and cultural permutations -- Role-playing in communal contexts -- Interactional dynamics in role-playing games -- Role-playing as scenario building and problem solving -- Tactical and social problem solving -- Role-playing as alteration of identity -- Character evolution and types of identity alteration.
Summary:
"This analytical study takes a deeper look at the world of role-playing games, providing a theoretical framework for understanding their more acute psychological and sociological functions. The study also offers a detailed participant-observer ethnography on role-playing games, featuring insightful interviews with 19 participants of table-top, live action and virtual role-playing games"--Provided by publisher.
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