Comedy: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions),Mat
Discover the multifaceted world of comedy with "Comedy: A Very Short Introduction" by Matthew Bevis. This insightful book explores humour in its diverse forms, from classic literary works and dramatic performances to modern stand-up, sitcoms, and cartoons. Understand the theories behind laughter and why we find things funny, with examples ranging from Aristophanes to "The Office." This engaging study takes comedy seriously without being solemn, examining how comic achievements have both confirmed and resisted theoretical frameworks across ages. It offers a comprehensive look at comic drama, prose, poetry, pantomime, opera, silent cinema, popular music, Broadway shows, music-hall, stand-up, sketch shows, caricatures, and cartoons. Written by Matthew Bevis, a Fellow in English at Keble College, University of Oxford, this paperback is part of Oxford University Press's acclaimed "Very Short Introductions" series, designed to provide quick and accessible insights into complex subjects. Product Summary: Brand: Oxford University Press Title: Comedy: A Very Short Introduction Author: Matthew Bevis Format: Paperback ISBN: 9780199601714 Pages: 168 Language: English Release Date: 20/12/2012
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Discover the multifaceted world of comedy with "Comedy: A Very Short Introduction" by Matthew Bevis. This insightful book explores humour in its diverse forms, from classic literary works and dramatic performances to modern stand-up, sitcoms, and cartoons. Understand the theories behind laughter and why we find things funny, with examples ranging from Aristophanes to "The Office." This engaging study takes comedy seriously without being solemn, examining how comic achievements have both confirmed and resisted theoretical frameworks across ages. It offers a comprehensive look at comic drama, prose, poetry, pantomime, opera, silent cinema, popular music, Broadway shows, music-hall, stand-up, sketch shows, caricatures, and cartoons. Written by Matthew Bevis, a Fellow in English at Keble College, University of Oxford, this paperback is part of Oxford University Press's acclaimed "Very Short Introductions" series, designed to provide quick and accessible insights into complex subjects. Product Summary: Brand: Oxford University Press Title: Comedy: A Very Short Introduction Author: Matthew Bevis Format: Paperback ISBN: 9780199601714 Pages: 168 Language: English Release Date: 20/12/2012
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Discover the multifaceted world of comedy with "Comedy: A Very Short Introduction" by Matthew Bevis. This insightful book explores humour in its diverse forms, from classic literary works and dramatic performances to modern stand-up, sitcoms, and cartoons. Understand the theories behind laughter and why we find things funny, with examples ranging from Aristophanes to "The Office." This engaging study takes comedy seriously without being solemn, examining how comic achievements have both confirmed and resisted theoretical frameworks across ages. It offers a comprehensive look at comic drama, prose, poetry, pantomime, opera, silent cinema, popular music, Broadway shows, music-hall, stand-up, sketch shows, caricatures, and cartoons. Written by Matthew Bevis, a Fellow in English at Keble College, University of Oxford, this paperback is part of Oxford University Press's acclaimed "Very Short Introductions" series, designed to provide quick and accessible insights into complex subjects. Product Summary: Brand: Oxford University Press Title: Comedy: A Very Short Introduction Author: Matthew Bevis Format: Paperback ISBN: 9780199601714 Pages: 168 Language: English Release Date: 20/12/2012
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