Fox, Jesse David
Comedy Book: How Comedy Conquered Culture-And the Magic That Makes It Work
- ISBN 13:
- 9780374604714
- author:
- Fox, Jesse David
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Farrar, Straus and Giroux
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 368
- Dimensions:
- 21 x 13.7 x 2.5 centimetres (0.4
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Popular Culture,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Comedy Book is a comprehensive and engaging history of the art form, exploring its evolution and impact on culture. Jesse David Fox, a renowned comedy critic, delves into the genre's complex legacy, tackling topics such as its relationship with politics and its ability to heal in times of tragedy.
Through a diverse range of examples, from Jon Stewart to Ali Wong, Fox examines the ways in which comedy has been shaped by its context, and how it has, in turn, influenced society. This is a thought-provoking and entertaining exploration of the power of laughter to bring people together.
With its unique blend of analysis and anecdote, Comedy Book is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in understanding the art of comedy and its place in our culture.
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