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Explore the unique characteristics of Jewish humor with The Genius of the Jewish Joke from Routledge. This book examines what makes Jewish jokes and humor distinctive, looking at how they function across various mediums. While jokes are often defined as short stories with a punch line, this study acknowledges that Jewish humor expands into riddles, parodies, and comic definitions. The text offers a radical perspective on the origins of this humor. It suggests a deep connection to the biblical relationship between Sarah, Abraham, and God. By looking at the name of their son Isaac, which means laughter in Hebrew, the book explores a special affinity for humor within Jewish culture. This is an essential read for anyone interested in the cultural and historical roots of how Jews use humor to express their identity and experience.

Key Features

Explores the unique and unusual elements that define Jewish humor and jokes.

Covers various forms of expression including riddles, parodies, and comic definitions.

Analyzes the connection between humor and the biblical stories of Sarah and Abraham.

Provides a radical suggestion regarding the linguistic roots of laughter in Jewish tradition.

Examines humor as a medium used by Jews and about Jews across different formats.

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hardcover
Domain
Amazon UK
Release Date
12 September 2017
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08 December 2017

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