Meades, Alan
Arcade Britannia: A Social History of the British Amusement Arcade (Game Histories)
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- ISBN 13:
- 9780262544702
- author:
- Meades, Alan
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- MIT Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 304
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 centimetres (0.37 kg
- Genre:
- History, Europe, Great Britain,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Discover the rich history of the British amusement arcade, from its origins in traveling fairs of the 1800s to the present. This book presents a unique perspective on the industry, drawing on firsthand accounts and archival sources, including rare photographs and trade publications. Alan Meades explores the differences between British and North American arcades, and the complex relationship between gambling and amusements.
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