Laughter, Humor, and the (Un)making of Gender
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Author | : A. Foka |
Publisher | : Springer |
Total Pages | : 389 |
Release | : 2015-05-06 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781137463654 |
ISBN-13 | : 1137463651 |
Rating | : 4/5 (54 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Laughter, Humor, and the (Un)making of Gender by : A. Foka
Book excerpt: Humor is the tendency of particular cognitive experiences to provoke laughter and provide amusement. Throughout history, it has played a crucial role in defining gender roles and identities. This collection offers an in-depth thematic examination of this relationship between humor and gender, spanning a variety of historical and cultural backdrops.