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Explore the fundamental role of comedy in human life with Taking Humour Seriously. Published by Routledge, this work examines the essential questions that drive our social interactions: When do we laugh? Why do we laugh? What defines the concept of humour itself? From everyday conversations to the comedy schedules on television, humour is a constant presence that shapes our cultural landscape. Jerry Palmer explores how these interruptions and detours of laughter are not just side notes to life, but are integral parts of any culture. This book argues that to truly understand how society functions, one must study humour with depth and seriousness. Whether you are studying film genres, media, or cultural studies, this book provides a deep look into why comedy is such a massive part of our daily existence. It offers a perspective on how laughter and pleasure are woven into the very fabric of how we communicate and consume media.

Key Features

Explores the fundamental questions of why humans laugh and what constitutes humour in daily life.

Analyzes the presence of comedy in television programming and everyday social conversations.

Provides a deep look at how humour serves as an integral part of any human culture.

Written by Jerry Palmer to argue for a serious academic study of comedic elements.

Ideal for readers interested in film genres, comedy studies, and cultural analysis.

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hardcover
Domain
Amazon UK
Release Date
16 December 1993
Listed Since
22 January 2007

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