What We Laugh At And Why

By Isaac Goldberg

Book Overview

""What We Laugh At And Why"" by Isaac Goldberg is a comprehensive exploration of the nature of humor and what makes us laugh. The book delves into the psychology of humor, examining why certain jokes and comedic situations are universally funny while others fall flat. Goldberg also explores the cultural and historical context of humor, analyzing how humor has evolved over time and how it reflects the values and beliefs of different societies. The book is filled with examples of humorous anecdotes, jokes, and comic strips, providing readers with a wide range of material to analyze and enjoy. Ultimately, ""What We Laugh At And Why"" is a fascinating and insightful look at the complex and often mysterious world of humor, offering readers a deeper understanding of what makes us laugh and why.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163138967
• ISBN13: 9781163138960
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 100 Pages
• Weight: 0.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"