Books with author James P. Carse

“There are at least two kinds of games,” states James P. Carse as he begins this extraordinary book. “One could be called finite; the other infinite. A finite game is played for the purpose of winning, an infinite game for the purpose of continuing the play.”Finite games are the familiar contests of everyday life; they are played in order to be won, which is when they end. But infinite games are more mysterious. Their object is not winning, but ensuring the continuation of play. The rules may change, the boundaries may change, even the participants may change—as long as the game is never allowed to come to an end. What are infinite games? How do they affect the ways we play our finite games? What are we doing when we play—finitely or infinitely? And how can infinite games affect the ways in which we live our lives? Carse explores these questions with stunning elegance, teasing out of his distinctions a universe of observation and insight, noting where and why and how we play, finitely and infinitely. He surveys our world—from the finite games of the playing field and playing board to the infinite games found in culture and religion—leaving all we think we know illuminated and transformed. Along the way, Carse finds new ways of understanding everything, from how an actress portrays a role to how we engage in sex, from the nature of evil to the nature of science. Finite games, he shows, may offer wealth and status, power and glory, but infinite games offer something far more subtle and far grander. Carse has written a book rich in insight and aphorism. Already an international literary event, Finite and Infinite Games is certain to be argued about and celebrated for years to come. Reading it is the first step in learning to play the infinite game.

“There are at least two kinds of games,” states James P. Carse as he begins this extraordinary book. “One could be called finite; the other infinite. A finite game is played for the purpose of winning, an infinite game for the purpose of continuing the play.”Finite games are the familiar contests of everyday life; they are played in order to be won, which is when they end. But infinite games are more mysterious. Their object is not winning, but ensuring the continuation of play. The rules may change, the boundaries may change, even the participants may change—as long as the game is never allowed to come to an end. What are infinite games? How do they affect the ways we play our finite games? What are we doing when we play—finitely or infinitely? And how can infinite games affect the ways in which we live our lives? Carse explores these questions with stunning elegance, teasing out of his distinctions a universe of observation and insight, noting where and why and how we play, finitely and infinitely. He surveys our world—from the finite games of the playing field and playing board to the infinite games found in culture and religion—leaving all we think we know illuminated and transformed. Along the way, Carse finds new ways of understanding everything, from how an actress portrays a role to how we engage in sex, from the nature of evil to the nature of science. Finite games, he shows, may offer wealth and status, power and glory, but infinite games offer something far more subtle and far grander. Carse has written a book rich in insight and aphorism. Already an international literary event, Finite and Infinite Games is certain to be argued about and celebrated for years to come. Reading it is the first step in learning to play the infinite game.

An extraordinary book that will dramatically change the way you experience life.Finite games are the familiar contests of everyday life, the games we play in business and politics, in the bedroom and on the battlefied -- games with winners and losers, a beginning and an end. Infinite games are more mysterious -- and ultimately more rewarding. They are unscripted and unpredictable; they are the source of true freedom.In this elegant and compelling work, James Carse explores what these games mean, and what they can mean to you. He offers stunning new insights into the nature of property and power, of culture and community, of sexuality and self-discovery, opening the door to a world of infinite delight and possibility."An extraordinary little book . . . a wise and intimate companion, an elegant reminder of the real."-- Brain/Mind Bulletin

""There are at least two kinds of games,"" states James P. Carse as he begins this extraordinary book. ""One could be called finite; the other infinite."" Finite games are the familiar contests of everyday life; they are played in order to be won, which is when they end. But infinite games are more mysterious. Their object is not winning, but ensuring the continuation of play. The rules may change, the boundaries may change, even the participants may change--as long as the game is never allowed to come to an end. What are infinite games? How do they affect the ways we play our finite games? What are we doing when we play--finitely or infinitely? And how can infinite games affect the ways in which we live our lives? Carse explores these questions with stunning elegance, teasing out of his distinctions a universe of observation and insight, noting where and why and how we play, finitely and infinitely. He surveys our world--from the finite games of the playing field and playing board to the infinite games found in culture and religion--leaving all we think we know illuminated and transformed. Along the way, Carse finds new ways of understanding everything, from how an actress portrays a role to how we engage in sex, from the nature of evil to the nature of science. Finite games, he shows, may offer wealth and status, power and glory, but infinite games offer something far more subtle and far grander. Carse has written a book rich in insight and aphorism. Already an international literary event, Finite and Infinite Games is certain to be argued about and celebrated for years to come. Listening to it is the first step in learning to play the infinite game.

What if a cure for genetic disorders went tragically wrong? What if it was your fault?Dr. Brent Geller, one of science’s brightest minds, dreamt of perfecting human genetics. When his bold new treatment, the Cure, won the $1 billion Merriweather Prize, millions of mothers lined up to protect their babies from disease. Even the president. Their children were called the Perfect Generation.But nobody’s perfect. Not Geller and not his Cure. His failure came at a grievous price. It wasn’t reversible. It couldn’t be fixed. America could only watch as it ran its terrible course.When science failed him, Geller had nothing left to believe in. In one cruel stroke he’d gone from hero to villain. The only thing the world wanted from him was the one thing he couldn’t offer: a solution.Not until many years later does a shocking visit lure him back to the lab. But is he there to cure the Cure or to fix his tarnished legacy?If you like good writing and surprising turns, you’ll love C.P. James’ fast-paced tale of science gone wrong.Pick up The Perfect Generation and learn why this is an author to watch!The reviews are in:“ … a compelling futuristic medical science fiction tale.”“Poignant and powerful …”"Worthy of a screenplay""Not a run of the mill story""Absolutely captivating ..."

Only a few centimeters of graphene separate Dome Six from a deathscape. Why would somebody want to sabotage it?Cytocorp built eight Domed cities to protect America’s best and brightest from a deadly climate event. Once they lost contact with the outside world, their only hope was to survive long enough for conditions to improve. Four generations later, Tosh is still waiting.When critical systems start to fail, mortal fear grips the city. The ruling Authority blames a saboteur, but when the noose tightens around Tosh's family, it's the last straw. Her quest for answers leads her back to the defining event of her life — her parents' mysterious deaths.But truth, like hope, has always been in short supply. Each new layer Tosh peels away only reveals another. Will she uncover the Dome's secrets before it becomes her tomb?Chaos within, death without. This is Dome Six.Dome Six is a high-concept, Earth-based dystopian adventure with influences from genre classics like 1984 and Wool to modern cinema such as Ascension and Westworld. If you like future science, satisfying surprises, and brainy heroes, you’ll devour this fast-paced first entry in C.P. James’ breakout series, The Cytocorp Saga.