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Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience

• Author: Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi
• Year: 1990
• Summary: This book introduces the concept of "Flow," a state of complete immersion in an activity. Csikszentmihalyi posits that flow is achieved when there is a perfect balance between the challenge of a task and the skill of the performer. The theory identifies key components for achieving flow, including clear goals, immediate feedback, and a sense of control. It has been highly influential in game design and user experience.
• Link: https://www.harpercollins.com/products/flow-mihaly-csikszentmihalyi