Empire of Imagination: Gary Gygax and the Birth of Dungeons & Dragons

The captivating story of the life of Gary Gygax - the creator of the iconic role-playing game.
Gary Gygax's life was as memorable as any journey through dungeons. By inventing the most famous and bestselling role-playing game of all time, Dungeons... & Dragons, he brought about a true revolution in the industry. Gygax influenced not only the development of the genre but also two generations of authors, programmers, and game designers, providing them with the tools to create characters and entire worlds in their imagination.
By studying interviews, archival photos, and documents, Michael Witwer was able to describe the life story of the godfather of all fantasy games as an exciting adventure. The book will take you into the workshop of a genius who managed to harness imagination and unveil the key secret of his success - an unwavering belief in the power of creativity and an incredible dedication to his craft, despite all challenges.