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George Swinnerton Parker
American game designer (1866–1952)
For other people named George Parker, see George Parker (disambiguation).
"George S. Parker" redirects here. For the pen maker, see George Safford Parker.
George Swinnerton Parker | |
|---|---|
| Born | (1866-12-12)December 12, 1866 Salem, Massachusetts, United States |
| Died | September 26, 1952(1952-09-26) (aged 85) Boston, Massachusetts, United States |
| Occupation(s) | Game designer, company founder |
| Known for | Founder of Geo S.
Parker Co. and Parker Brothers |
George Swinnerton Parker (December 12, 1866 – September 26, 1952) was an American game designer and businessman who founded Geo. S. Parker Co. and Parker Brothers.
Life and career
[edit]Parker was born in Salem, Massachusetts.[1]
Parker's philosophy deviated from the prevalent theme of board game design; he believed that games should be played for enjoyment and did not need to emphasize morals and values.
He published his first