Book · 2015 · Social aspects
Death by video game
Danger, Pleasure, and Obsession on the Virtual Frontline
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The one that spoke to me the most was death by video game and I think it's really written for a beginner who may not know much about the gaming.
Why people recommend it
Death by Video Game by Simon Parkin is an investigative nonfiction book that explores the danger, pleasure, and obsession found on the virtual frontlines of modern gaming culture. The book was featured and reviewed extensively by Ethan Gilsdorf on an episode of The Book Review podcast. Gilsdorf singled out the title as the work that resonated with him the most during his reading, explaining that it is particularly well-suited for beginners who may not possess deep prior knowledge about the gaming industry. Throughout the conversation, Gilsdorf returned to Parkin's investigation multiple times, referencing it as the central focus of his review and highlighting the compelling narratives and human elements embedded within the virtual worlds. By centering his discussion on Parkin's work, the reviewer emphasized how contemporary video games can capture human passion and obsession in profound ways. The podcast segment served to introduce listeners to the cultural significance and complex psychological landscapes of digital gaming through Parkin's accessible lens.
Every mention
Ethan Gilsdorf the one that spoke to me the most was death by video game and I think it's really written for a beginner wh… 4
“death by video game danger pleasure and Obsession on the virtual Frontline by Simon Parkin”
“starting with death by video game”
“the Simon Parkin book you know death by video game he really that sort of ends up being kind of the the uh the focus of his investigation”
“the one that spoke to me the most was death by video game and I think it's really written for a beginner who may not know much about the gaming”
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“death by video game danger pleasure and Obsession on the virtual front line by Simon parin”