Sicart, Miguel
Play Matters - Playful Thinking (Paperback)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780262534512
- author:
- Sicart, Miguel
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- MIT Press Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 176
- Dimensions:
- 20.32 x 13.67 x 1.27 centimetres
- Genre:
- Politics, Society & Education, Sociology & anthropology, Sociology,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Play Matters by Miguel Sicart explores what play means and why it is essential to our well-being. Sicart argues that play is not just about games, but a way of understanding the world and engaging with others. He proposes a theory of play that sees it as a portable tool for being in the world, rather than being tied to specific objects or activities. Sicart examines various aspects of play, including toys, playgrounds, beauty, and political play. He considers how playfulness can be used outside of traditional play contexts and how technology, such as computers, can facilitate play. Through his analysis, Sicart reveals that play is a complex and multifaceted concept that goes beyond our everyday experiences. By understanding the nature of play, we can gain insights into what it means to be human and how we interact with the world around us. This book offers a fresh perspective on the importance of play in our lives and its relevance to our daily experiences.
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