they're joking, right?
When I saw this on the Wizards of the Coast site, I figured it must be a leftover from April Fools Day. Apparently not; a search on dummies.com confirmed the book, giving this description:
Just want to play? Here's where to start!
Understand the game, choose a character, and pick up the language of D&D®
Dreaming of Dungeons & Dragons®, but afraid it takes years to master the game? Meet your personal wizard! This book conjures up the basics to get you started - essential rules, pregenerated characters, tips and tricks to improve your play, even a foldout dungeon map and battle grid. Read it today, and play tomorrow!
Discover how to
- Create a character
- Choose skills, spells, weapons, and gear
- Find a game or start your own
- Follow D&D® game etiquette
- Become a Dungeon Master
- Enhance your game skills