Davies, Christie
The Mirth of Nations
- ISBN 13:
- 9781412814577
- author:
- Davies, Christie
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Taylor & Francis Inc
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2010
- Pages:
- 264
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 1.4 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Humour, General, History,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Mirth of Nations by Christie Davies explores the world of jokes and humor across different English-speaking countries. Drawing on primary sources such as old joke books, Davies makes detailed comparisons between the humor of specific nations and ethnic groups. By using the comparative method, Davies challenges existing theories of humor that rely on notions of hostility and conflict. Instead, he argues that humor is a form of playful aggression that is shaped by social structures and intellectual traditions. This approach reveals that jokes are not serious or aggressive, but rather a product of cultural traditions and analytical thinking. A clear and accessible book, The Mirth of Nations presents difficult arguments in an engaging manner, making it a readable and revisionist work on the subject.
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