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Exploring the multifaceted concept of play, this book delves into play theory across various disciplines, including biology, psychology, and mathematics. It analyzes the role of play in child development and critiques the Western work ethic, shedding light on the underlying values that shape different forms of play. Through this interdisciplinary approach, the text reveals the significance of play in both personal growth and societal norms.
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The Ambiguity of Play, Brian Sutton-Smith
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- Released
- 2001
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- Title
- The Ambiguity of Play
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Brian Sutton-Smith
- Publisher
- Harvard University Press
- Released
- 2001
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 288
- ISBN13
- 9780674005815
- Category
- Psychology
- Description
- Exploring the multifaceted concept of play, this book delves into play theory across various disciplines, including biology, psychology, and mathematics. It analyzes the role of play in child development and critiques the Western work ethic, shedding light on the underlying values that shape different forms of play. Through this interdisciplinary approach, the text reveals the significance of play in both personal growth and societal norms.