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Race and monstrosity in Dungeons & Dragons
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- Book Synopsis
- "This work examines how ideas of race in Dungeons & Dragons are rooted in more than 2,000 years of history, from ancient Greek depictions of "monstrous races" through early modern Europe. It shows how co-creator Gary Gygax formalized fantasy creatures using frameworks based on scientific taxonomy and nineteenth-century racial theory. These influences continue to shape how race functions in the game, especially in the depiction of orcs and drow--two groups identified by publisher Wizards of the C
- About The Author
- Christopher LeCluyse is a professor of literature, media, and writing at Westminster University in Salt Lake City, Utah.
- Product Details
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- ISBN
- 9781476692128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers, (10 April 2026)
- Number of Pages
- 198
- Language
- English
- Dimensions
- 23 mm
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