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Finite And Infinite Games
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There Are At Least Two Kinds Of Games, States James P. Carse As He Begins This Extraordinary Book. One Could Be Called Finite; The Other Infinite. A Finite Game Is Played For The Purpose Of Winning, An Infinite Game For The Purpose Of Continuing The Play.Finite Games Are The Familiar Contests Of Everyday Life; They Are Played In Order To Be Won, Which Is When They End. But Infinite Games Are More Mysterious. Their Object Is Not Winning, But Ensuring The Continuation Of Play. The Rules May Change, The Boundaries May Change, Even The Participants May Changeas Long As The Game Is Never Allowed To Come To An End.What Are Infinite Games? How Do They Affect The Ways We Play Our Finite Games? What Are We Doing When We Playfinitely Or Infinitely? And How Can Infinite Games Affect The Ways In Which We Live Our Lives?Carse Explores These Questions With Stunning Elegance, Teasing Out Of His Distinctions A Universe Of Observation And Insight, Noting Where And Why And How We Play, Finitely And Infinitely. He Surveys Our Worldfrom The Finite Games Of The Playing Field And Playing Board To The Infinite Games Found In Culture And Religionleaving All We Think We Know Illuminated And Transformed. Along The Way, Carse Finds New Ways Of Understanding Everything, From How An Actress Portrays A Role To How We Engage In Sex, From The Nature Of Evil To The Nature Of Science. Finite Games, He Shows, May Offer Wealth And Status, Power And Glory, But Infinite Games Offer Something Far More Subtle And Far Grander.Carse Has Written A Book Rich In Insight And Aphorism. Already An International Literary Event, Finite And Infinite Games Is Certain To Be Argued About And Celebrated For Years To Come. Reading It Is The First Step In Learning To Play The Infinite Game.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Finite and Infinite Games'? A: 'Finite and Infinite Games' explores the distinction between finite games, which are played for the purpose of winning, and infinite games, played for the continuation of play. The book delves into how these concepts affect our lives and interactions.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Finite and Infinite Games'? A: The author of 'Finite and Infinite Games' is James P. Carse, who presents profound insights into the nature of games and life.
- Q: How many pages does 'Finite and Infinite Games' have? A: 'Finite and Infinite Games' consists of 160 pages, making it a concise yet impactful read.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'Finite and Infinite Games' was published on January 5, 2013.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Finite and Infinite Games' is available in paperback binding, which is suitable for easy handling and reading.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: 'Finite and Infinite Games' is available in new condition, ensuring a fresh and undamaged copy for readers.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: 'Finite and Infinite Games' is categorized under Metaphysics, appealing to readers interested in philosophical explorations.
- Q: What are some key concepts discussed in the book? A: Key concepts in 'Finite and Infinite Games' include the definitions of finite vs. infinite games, their implications for life and society, and how they shape our experiences and interactions.
- Q: Is there a specific audience that would benefit from this book? A: 'Finite and Infinite Games' is suitable for readers interested in philosophy, game theory, and those seeking to understand deeper life concepts and their implications.
- Q: Does 'Finite and Infinite Games' contain any exercises or reflections? A: The book does not contain specific exercises but encourages readers to reflect on their own life experiences in relation to the concepts of finite and infinite games.