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Routledge A National Joke - English Comedy and Culture Book

Name: Routledge A National Joke - English Comedy and Culture Book
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Explore the connection between humor and identity with A National Joke: Popular Comedy and English Cultural Identities. Published by Routledge as part of the Sussex Studies in Culture and Communication series, this book examines how comedy reflects the English sense of self through various twentieth-century case studies. From the Carry On films and the work of Mike Leigh to contemporary sitcoms like The Royle Family, the text analyzes a wide range of performers including George Formby, Alan Bennett, and Roy 'Chubby' Brown. By relating comic traditions to class, gender, sexuality, and geography, the book treats comedy as a cultural thermometer that captures the spirit of its time. It also investigates the long-standing appeal of vulgarity in English audiences, providing a deep look into the performing arts and cultural studies.

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This Routledge publication explores English cultural identities through the lens of popular comedy and performing arts.

The text includes case studies ranging from Carry On films to contemporary sitcoms like The Royle Family.

Analyze the work of influential figures such as George Formby, Alan Bennett, Mike Leigh, and Roy 'Chubby' Brown.

Examine how comedy relates to social themes including class, gender, sexuality, and geography.

Part of the Sussex Studies in Culture and Communication series for academic and cultural insight.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0415168775
Category: Books > Subjects > Arts & Photography > Performing Arts
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 21 September 2007
Listed Since: 29 January 2007

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