Humour

Released: May 14, 2019
Length: 5 hrs 23 mins
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher: Tantor Media

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This insightful book explores the essential role of humor and comedy in Western culture, written by a renowned expert in the field. It examines various theories of humor, from incongruity to social function, while drawing on a diverse array of literary and philosophical sources. With engaging ideas and humor, Terry Eagleton offers a thoughtful analysis of what makes us laugh and the deeper effects of comedy throughout history.

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