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Description
xiv, 191 pages ; 21 cm
text txt rdacontent
unmediated n rdamedia
volume nc rdacarrier
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents
Trumping Trump -- The satirical imperative -- Satirical animals -- The fairer and funnier sex -- Why are Jews so funny? -- A debate on the ethics of offensive comedy -- Do we joke too much?
Summary
"Political humor and satire are, perhaps, as old as comedy itself, and they are crucial to our society and collective sense of self. In a poignant, pithy, but not ponderous manner, Al Gini and Abraham Singer delve into satire's history to rejoice in its triumphs and watch its development from ancient graffiti to the latest late-night talk show"-- Provided by publisher.
