Caroline Goodfellow
Games from Childhood Past: Cats Cradle, Hide and Seek and the Royal Game of Ur
Games from Childhood Past: Cats Cradle, Hide and Seek and the Royal Game of Ur
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Games are an essential part of childhood and have a lasting impact on our lives. Caroline Goodfellow explores the history of childhood games, from ancient board games to modern street games, and how they have changed over time and across different regions.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 16 November 2023
Publisher: The History Press Ltd
Games play a significant role in shaping our childhood experiences, and the memories of specific games often remain with us throughout our lives. They constitute an essential component of our growth and foster imagination and creativity. From the simple pleasures of hide and seek to intricate card and board games, street games that require no equipment to elaborate rainy-day amusements, we all have fond memories of entertaining ourselves as children.
In this captivating journey through memory lane, Caroline Goodfellow delves into the history of childhood games and their evolution over time. From the ancient board games of ancient civilizations to the childhood pastimes of the Middle Ages, through to the street games of the 1950s and 60s, and the experiences of children in the current decade, she explores the diverse range of games across different eras and regions.
Games of Childhood Past is a delightful book that transports readers to another era, offering a nostalgic glimpse into how we used to play. It serves as a reminder of the joy and innocence that accompanied our childhood adventures and the bonds we formed with our friends and family through these playful activities. Whether you're a child of the past or a newcomer to the world of childhood games, this book is sure to evoke a sense of warmth and nostalgia.
Dimension: 198 x 129 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781803995342
Edition number: New ed
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