| The Future of Play Theory: A Multidisciplinary Inquiry Into the Contributions of Brian Sutton-Smith Contributor(s): Pellegrini, Anthony D. (Editor) |
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ISBN: 0791426416 ISBN-13: 9780791426418 Publisher: State University of New York Press OUR PRICE: $90.25 Product Type: Hardcover Published: August 1995 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Psychology | Psychotherapy - Child & Adolescent - Education |
| Dewey: 155.418 |
| LCCN: 94-41396 |
| Series: Suny Series, Children's Play in Society |
| Physical Information: (1.30 lbs) 306 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This multidimensional book looks at the current status of play theory across the disciplines, literally from anthropology to zoology. The authors examine play phenomena from four perspectives, Play as Progress; Play as Power, Play as Fantasy; and Play as Self. The volume is concluded with a challenge for future study by Brian Sutton-Smith. With the wealth of information gathered here, this book will serve as an invaluable reference tool, textbook, and source of inspiration for all those interested in the fascinating study of children's play. |