Finite and Infinite Games
James P. Carse
Discover the intriguing world of finite and infinite games with this fascinating book. Author James P. Carse delves into the two types of games and explores the purpose of each. While finite games are played to be won, infinite games focus on continuing the play. Carse uncovers the impact these games have on our lives, from the nature of power and glory to the subtleties of love and science. This rich and insightful read is a journey of observation and enlightenment that will leave you thinking for years to come.
Publish Date
1987-08-12T00:00:00.000Z
1987-08-12T00:00:00.000Z
First Published in 1986
Goodreads rating
3.83
ISBN
9781476731711
Recommendations
8
Recommendations
2019-10-15T00:00:00.000Z
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V2K4VqkfRaM&t=213It’s basically a book about games, but then it turns out it’s about the meaning of life. – source
2020-11-17T17:57:48.000Z
Really love this book It came up in twice today in different meetings. – sourceA fundamental interest is gamification – thinking of things in game terms and designing things in gaming terms is one of the profound things that civilization has done for a very long time. – source
2021-08-08T15:33:53.000Z
One of the only philosophy books I ever recommend 'Finite and Infinite Games' by James Carse (affiliate link) – source