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The Genius of the Jewish Joke explores what makes Jewish humour distinctly unique, examining jokes and comedic traditions created by and about Jewish people across all media. This book defines jokes as short, amusing stories with a punch line, whilst recognising that Jewish humour extends far beyond traditional formats into riddles, comic definitions, and parodies. The work presents a radical thesis about the origins of Jewish humour, tracing its roots to the biblical relationship between Sarah and Abraham with God, and connecting it to the Hebrew meaning of their son Isaac's name - which signifies laughter. By examining this profound cultural and linguistic foundation, the book reveals how a special affinity for humour became woven into Jewish identity and expression across generations.

Key Features

The Genius of the Jewish Joke by Routledge examines the distinctive characteristics that set Jewish humour apart from other comedic traditions.

This book covers Jewish jokes and humour across multiple mediums, including traditional joke formats, riddles, comic definitions, and parodies.

The work proposes a radical theory linking Jewish humour to the biblical narrative of Abraham and Sarah, and the Hebrew etymology of their son Isaac's name meaning laughter.

Routledge's comprehensive exploration reveals how religious and linguistic heritage shaped the development of Jewish comedic expression throughout history.

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Amazon UK
Release Date
12 September 2017
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08 December 2017

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