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Explore the fundamental mechanics of comedy with The Languages of Humor from Bloomsbury Academic. This scholarly work examines why things are funny and how humor evolves through the centuries. Featuring contributions from global experts, the text analyzes three primary forms of comedy: verbal, visual, and physical. Beyond simple entertainment, this book investigates humor as a significant political force. It examines how laughter is used to reflect on reality and address complex historical and social topics, including the Soviet Union and the Holocaust. The text also addresses modern controversies, such as the Charlie Hebdo case, to provide a deep understanding of how humor functions in society. This is an essential resource for those studying semiotics, linguistics, and the social impact of comedy.

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This Bloomsbury Academic book examines three distinct types of comedy: verbal, visual, and physical humor.

Expert authors from around the world contribute diverse perspectives on how humor functions across different cultures.

The text explores the historical evolution of humor and its ability to change over several centuries.

Readers can learn how humor serves as a political tool to address major historical events like the Soviet Union and the Holocaust.

The book provides academic analysis on controversial topics including the Charlie Hebdo case to show how humor reflects reality.

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20 September 2018
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