A review by kaci_
Homo Ludens: A Study of the Play-Element in Culture by Johan Huizinga

challenging informative reflective slow-paced

4.0

This one is a dense read that left me feeling like I need to for sure work more on my history chops. There are so many references to ancient texts. The book is a cross-cultural exploration of play throughout human society and culture, identifying play as the central feature in flourishing societies. 

Some chapters were certainly more interesting than others, and the book is noticeably dated. Overall, though, I can see why this is a must-read for play theorists. I recommend this one for those who like an intellectual challenge or who are also writing about play. 

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