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In the mid twentieth century the philosopher Ludwig Wittgenstein famously asserted that games are indefinable; there are no common threads that link them all. Nonsense, said the sensible Bernard Suits: playing a game is a voluntary attempt to overcome unnecessary obstacles. The short book Suits wrote demonstrating precisely that is as playful as it is insightful, as stimulating as it is delightful. Through the jocular voice of Aesop's Grasshopper, a shiftless but thoughtful practitioner of applied entomology, Suits not only argues that games can be meaningfully defined; he also suggests that playing games is a central part of the ideal of human existence, and so games belong at the heart of any vision of Utopia.This new edition of The Grasshopper includes illustrations from Frank Newfeld created for the books original publication, as well as an introduction by Thomas Hurka and a new appendix on the meaning of play.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Grasshopper - Third Edition'? A: The main theme of 'The Grasshopper' is the philosophical exploration of games and play. Bernard Suits argues that games can be meaningfully defined and are an essential part of human existence, contributing to the vision of Utopia.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Grasshopper'? A: The author of 'The Grasshopper - Third Edition' is Bernard Suits, a philosopher known for his insights on games and their significance in life.
- Q: What illustrations are included in this edition? A: This new edition includes illustrations by Frank Newfeld, originally created for the book’s first publication, enhancing the reader's experience.
- Q: When was this edition of 'The Grasshopper' published? A: This edition of 'The Grasshopper' was published on April 3, 2014.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Grasshopper - Third Edition' have? A: The book contains a total of 262 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'The Grasshopper'? A: The binding type of 'The Grasshopper - Third Edition' is paperback.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all ages? A: While 'The Grasshopper' is primarily aimed at adults interested in philosophy and games, its engaging writing style may also appeal to younger readers with an interest in these topics.
- Q: Does 'The Grasshopper' contain any additional content? A: Yes, this edition includes an introduction by Thomas Hurka and a new appendix discussing the meaning of 'play', adding depth to the original text.
- Q: What philosophical perspective does Bernard Suits present in the book? A: Bernard Suits presents the perspective that games are a voluntary attempt to overcome unnecessary obstacles, emphasizing their importance in defining human existence.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as 'New', ensuring that it is in pristine condition for readers.