Deep play
Diane Ackerman
Reading Time
at 250 WPM3h 55m
The average reader, reading at a speed of 250 WPM, would take 3h 55m to read Deep play.
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Deep play
Published
1999
Publisher
Random House
Pages
235
ISBN-10
0679448799
Description
"Whatever the catchphrase of the moment - being in the grove or the zone, feeling the flow, jamming - we all intuitively know and hunger for a state of optimal creative capacity.". "In Deep Play, Diane Ackerman argues eloquently that a wide range of experiences are in fact only aspects of one single kind, the state of transcendence she calls deep play. She explores the nature of deep play in an array of activities, from the exotic to the domestic, from the artistic and the athletic to the spiritual. She writes of the qualities of time, space, and spirit that distinguish deep-play endeavors from the rest of our lives.". "Diane Ackerman shows us that understanding deep play, and some of the ways it is attained, is understanding how lives filled with joy, creativity, and self-fulfillment are sustained. She has written a book that will awaken us all to opportunities in our own lives for deeper and more rewarding play."--BOOK JACKET.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Deep play?
This edition of Deep play has approximately 235 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Deep play?
For most readers, Deep play typically takes between 4h 54m and 3h 16m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 58,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 55m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 8 days • Estimated word count: 58,750 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Deep play?
The estimated word count for Deep play is approximately 58,750 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Deep play?
Deep play was written by Diane Ackerman.
When was Deep play published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1999. The original work may have been published on a different date.