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Part One: Dungeons & Dragons: The History of Some Great and Terrible Nerdery

Cool People Who Did Cool Stuff

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The Story of Business People and the Birth of War Gaming

The story highlights how both business people and amateur MBAs influenced and disrupted the gaming industry, particularly in war gaming. The 19th century is portrayed as a significant era where various aspects of modern society originated, from the first computers to the rise of colonialism and capitalism. The Victorians are criticized for distorting human history with Orientalism and false assumptions, ultimately impacting societal perceptions for years to come.

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