{"product_id":"making-a-metaverse-that-matters-from-snow-crash-second-life-to-a-virtual-world-worth-fighting-for-9781394155811","title":"Making a Metaverse That Matters: From Snow Crash \u0026 Second Life to A Virtual World Worth Fighting For","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eMaking a Metaverse That Matters: From Snow Crash \u0026amp; Second Life to A Virtual World Worth Fighting For is a book by Wagner James Au that explores how nascent metaverse platforms have already captured the imagination of millions. It offers insights into understanding and defining the Metaverse, launching Second Life, and addressing the dangers inherent in the Metaverse. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 384 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 27 June 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: John Wiley \u0026amp; Sons Inc\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn his captivating book, \"Making a Metaverse That Matters: From Snow Crash \u0026amp; Second Life to A Virtual World Worth Fighting For,\" Wagner James Au, the celebrated author of \"The Making of Second Life\" and \"Game Design Secrets,\" delves into the captivating world of nascent metaverse platforms. Through powerful stories and dozens of insightful interviews with insiders, including Metaverse creator Neal Stephenson himself, Au offers a unique grassroots-level perspective as the first reporter embedded in a metaverse platform. Readers will embark on a journey to understand and define the Metaverse, dispelling myths and misconceptions along the way.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA behind-the-scenes account of the launch of Second Life, the pioneering metaverse platform that achieved mainstream awareness, sheds light on its controversies and provides valuable insights. Au explores the landscape of current platforms, including Meta, Roblox, Fortnite, VRChat, and Neal Stephenson's own metaverse startup, Lamina1, and their place within the ecosystem.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFurthermore, the book addresses the inherent dangers of the Metaverse and offers practical solutions for navigating its potential risks. Whether you are a XR industry member, indie creative, tech professional, virtual world community, or simply interested in the future of culture and commerce, \"Making a Metaverse That Matters\" is a must-read for anyone seeking to stay ahead of the curve.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 696g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 160 x 237 x 31 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781394155811\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wagner James Au","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44310024913146,"sku":"9781394155811","price":18.29,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1688134049681_book.jpg?v=1688198266","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/making-a-metaverse-that-matters-from-snow-crash-second-life-to-a-virtual-world-worth-fighting-for-9781394155811","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}