Palgrave Series in Asia and Pacific Studies: Ecosystem, Communities, and Identities

Gilardi, Filippo; Martin, Paul

This is an edited book that fills a gap in knowledge by providing a comprehensive view of esports practice from the Asia and Pacific region. The volume looks at the development of esports through the interconnections between institutions, industries, players, and society, across the Asia-Pacific. Over the last two decades, the Asia-Pacific region has been central to the growth and development of esports. The value of this book lies in its ability to provide a view of esport from countries that are currently underrepresented in the literature such as Vietnam, Malaysia, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Philippines and Australia while still integrating chapters looking at more well-researched countries such as China, Korea, and Japan. Through its diverse case studies, the book serves as a resource for scholars and educators worldwide who seek diverse examples with which to improve understanding of the esports phenomenon and the inclusiveness of media and communication curricula. 

Details

Published by: Palgrave Macmillan

Publication Date: 2023-10-25

Format: Hardcover

ISBN-13: 9789819937950

DOI: 10.1007/978-981-99-3796-7

Dimensions: 210cm x148cm

Pages: 272