Encyclopedia of 20th-century American humor
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Encyclopedia of 20th-century American humor
Oryx Press, 2000
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Encyclopedia of twentieth century American humor
Available at 16 libraries
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 311-331) and index
Description and Table of Contents
Description
Who says you can't have a serious reference work on humor? This new resource offers a broad look at humor with more than 100 well-written and entertaining entries. Scholarly in nature, yet enjoyable to read, the Encyclopedia examines several aspects of humor, such as: styles of humor, subjects of comedy, media methods, academic endeavors, humor in society, historical aspects. This volume celebrates a century of twists and turns in American humor. With entries ranging from the vaudeville days of the early twentieth century to the Internet's influence on modern jokes, this resource is a valuable addition to any library.
Table of Contents
Preface Encyclopedia of 20th-Century American Humor Bibliography Index
by "Nielsen BookData"