A Humor Reader
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The Humor Of Humor
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Author : Evan Esar
language : en
Publisher: Transaction Pub
Release Date : 2007
The Humor Of Humor written by Evan Esar and has been published by Transaction Pub this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007 with Literary Criticism categories.
The Humor of Humor is much more than a pleasurable experience to read. By turns hilarious and illuminating, it is a revolutionary contribution, for beneath its endless fun and wit lays a new approach to comedy. The author compresses the vast panorama of the subject into a few basic building blocks of humor. As one turns these pages, the art, science, and history of popular comedy take shape before the readers' eyes in an entirely new way. This edition is graced by a new introduction by Arthur Burger, the dean of humor studies. The reader will be fascinated by Esar's achievement. He invites laughing at these stories and quips, many of them classics that have delighted mankind for thousands of years. Esar tells us how wisecracks, riddles, jokes, and other types of comedy arise, develop, and disappear. He shows how the chain, the round, the reversible, and other techniques persist in ever-changing guise for centuries and why they are still as fresh today as the latest gag. These and other facts about wit and humor are interspersed with bright anecdotes. The reader will be delighted by the infinite varieties and practices of humor. Esar's familiarity with international comedy gives substance to his claim that Europe is ahead of us in promoting the study of popular humor despite our preeminence in jocular variety and originality. America publishes more humorous books, supports more joke smiths, and has a larger audience for comedy than any other country in the world. Yet, unlike other lands, we have no public library of comic literature, no national society of humorists, and no professor of humor in any university.
Humor
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Author : Kathleen Volk Miller
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Release Date : 2014
Humor written by Kathleen Volk Miller and has been published by Oxford University Press, USA this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014 with American wit and humor categories.
Read. Write. Oxford. From Jerry Seinfeld's legendary standup to Kristen Wiig's sidesplitting impersonations, Humor: A Reader for Writers explores the key patterns and features within numerous comedic sources in order to show how jokes work. This survey looks at comedy in a variety of genres including popular media, academic essays, personal narratives, fiction, and poetry. Developed for the freshman composition course, Humor: A Reader for Writers includes an interdisciplinary mix of public, academic, and cultural reading selections, providing students with the rhetorical knowledge and compositional skills required to participate effectively in discussions about humor. Humor: A Reader for Writers is part of a series of brief single-topic readers from Oxford University Press designed for today's college writing courses. Each reader in this series approaches a topic of contemporary conversation from multiple perspectives.
The Best Of Reader S Digest
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Author : Editors of Reader's Digest
language : en
Publisher: Trusted Media Brands
Release Date : 2020-04-28
The Best Of Reader S Digest written by Editors of Reader's Digest and has been published by Trusted Media Brands this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-04-28 with Literary Collections categories.
More than two dozen timeless favorites from the Reader’s Digest archives. From everyday heroes to larger-than-life characters, small moments to historic events, the unforgettable stories in Reader's Digest come alive as never before in this keepsake book. Our editors have combed the archives for the narratives—sometimes funny, often poignant, always inspirational—that still strike deep chords today, such as: The miracle of the old letter that led to a couple being reunited after nearly 60 years apart The heroic actions of a North Carolina woman and her Shepherd, Gandalf, who found a lost Boy Scout in the woods during their first search-and-rescue job The tragic account of the Oklahoma City bombing The hilarious reality of a husband and wife who leave the city for farm life and find it’s not quite what they dreamed The sweet story of the grandfather who helped his grandson “grow” the biggest watermelon In addition, the book includes bonus material never published in the magazine plus stunning photographs, laugh-out-loud jokes and cartoons, and true stories from readers like you.
A Humor Reader Short Stories From New Voices
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Author : R. L. Saunders
language : en
Publisher: Lulu.com
Release Date : 2018-09-03
A Humor Reader Short Stories From New Voices written by R. L. Saunders and has been published by Lulu.com this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-09-03 with Humor categories.
If laughter is the best medicine, then reading humorous short stories should be the best practice to maintain your health. These three authors with their six stories have written stories that both poke fun at the sacrosanct and also skewer them for dissection as both pompous and ripe. From the ranks of Voltaire, Twain, and Vonnegut, these new voices have something to say about how our current culture and what they consider serious. You may find yourself irritated, incensed, or having a laugh outloud moment as you read along into the imaginative worlds these authors create. You may find yourself expecting to see someone just waiting in the shadows for you to get the punchline - expect that author's spirit as you read their works. PS. You have their permission to roll on the floor with delight, in private, of course... Get Your Copy Now.
The Reader S Digest Treasury Of American Humor
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Author :
language : en
Publisher: Reader's Digest Press published in conjunction with McGraw Hill Book Company
Release Date : 1972
The Reader S Digest Treasury Of American Humor written by and has been published by Reader's Digest Press published in conjunction with McGraw Hill Book Company this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1972 with Humor categories.
A brimming cornucopia of entertainment - arranged by topic to cover everything from marriage, home, office, generation gap, money, health, religion, politics, higher education, bureaucracy, hammered grammar, typographical errors, puns and put-downs.
Reader S Digest Treasury Of Humorous Writing
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Author :
language : en
Publisher: Readers Digest
Release Date : 1988
Reader S Digest Treasury Of Humorous Writing written by and has been published by Readers Digest this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1988 with American Wit & Humor categories.
Reader S Digest Fun Jokes For Funny Kids
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Author : Reader's Digest
language : en
Publisher: Reader's Digest
Release Date : 2019-07-02
Reader S Digest Fun Jokes For Funny Kids written by Reader's Digest and has been published by Reader's Digest this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-07-02 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
Where does a king keep his armies?... ...In his sleevies! Do you have a budding comedian on your hands? Loaded with Knock Knock jokes, riddles, one-liners, tongue twisters and puns, Fun Jokes for Funny Kids will give them hours of new material that will keep kids ages 6-12 rolling in laughter. Knock Knock jokes, riddles, tongue twisters and puns guaranteed to make your kids (and you) laugh out loud. Also includes illustrations and cartoons for extra giggles. Alexa's Favorites Icon--Alexa is a 2nd grader from New York. She has picked out a few of her favorites from each chapter. Knock Knock. ...Who's there? Boo hoo! ...Boo hoo who? Aww, don't cry--it's just a joke! Knock Knock. ...Who's there? Olive. ...Olive who? Olive you and I don't care who knows it! What do you call an old snowman? ...Water! Which dinosaur knew the most words? ...The thesaurus! What do you call a fish with no eyes? ...fsh! What do you call an alligator in a vest? An investigator! How do turtles talk to each other? By using shell phones! Why are teddy bears never hungry? They are always stuffed! Why did the spider go to the computer? To check his web site. Where do polar bears vote? The North Poll.
The Slacker S Guide To Humor Writing
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Author : William Webb
language : en
Publisher: Ridiculously Simple Books
Release Date :
The Slacker S Guide To Humor Writing written by William Webb and has been published by Ridiculously Simple Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with Humor categories.
Looking for a side-splitting read that will have you laughing out loud at every turn of the page? Look no further! Our latest humor book compilation takes you on a rollicking ride through the unpredictable and hilarious world of comedic literature, where laughter is always just a paragraph away. With a brilliant blend of wit, satire, and unadulterated hilarity, this book is the perfect antidote for those moments when life takes itself too seriously. Dive into this extraordinary collection of carefully curated gems, each designed to transport you to a world of belly laughs, chuckles, and grins. Whether you're an avid reader of humor or just in need of a good giggle, this book offers something for everyone. Some of the highlights of this uproarious tome include: • A fantastic variety of humor styles, from slapstick to satire, and everything in between • Timeless classics and contemporary masterpieces that have shaped the genre of comedic writing • Unique and unforgettable characters that will stay with you long after you've turned the last page • Delightfully absurd situations that will have you questioning reality (in the most amusing way, of course) So why wait? Grab your coziest reading nook, make yourself comfortable, and embark on a laughter-filled adventure that will keep you entertained from beginning to end. With our irresistible humor book, you'll never see the world the same way again! Discover the power of laughter today and treat yourself to a healthy dose of comedy with this unputdownable collection. This humor book is sure to be a hit with both new and seasoned fans of the genre, making it the perfect gift for friends, family, or even yourself. Go on, you deserve it! Remember: Laughter is the best medicine, and this book is just what the doctor ordered. Start reading now and let the hilarity ensue!
The Best Ever Book Of Reading Jokes
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Author : Mark Geoffrey Young
language : en
Publisher: Createspace Independent Pub
Release Date : 2012-07-29
The Best Ever Book Of Reading Jokes written by Mark Geoffrey Young and has been published by Createspace Independent Pub this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-07-29 with Humor categories.
If you've ever heard a Jewish, Italian, Irish, Libyan, Catholic, Mexican, Polish, Norwegian, or an Essex GirlNewfie, Mother-in-Law, or joke aimed at a minority, this book of Reading jokes is for you. In this not-so-original book, The Best Ever Book of Reading Jokes; Lots and Lots of Jokes Specially Repurposed for You-Know-Who, Mark Young takes a whole lot of tired, worn out jokes and makes them funny again. The Best Ever Book of Reading Jokes is so unoriginal, it's original. And, if you don't burst out laughing from at least one Reading joke in this book, there's something wrong with you. This book has so many Reading Fan jokes, you won't know where to start. For example: Why do Reading Fans wear slip-on shoes? You need an IQ of at least 4 to tie a shoelace. *** An evil genie captured a Reading Fan and her two friends and banished them to the desert for a week. The genie allowed each person to bring one thing. The first friend brought a canteen so he wouldn't die of thirst. The second friend brought an umbrella to keep the sun off. The Reading Fan brought a car door, because if it got too hot she could just roll down the window! *** Did you hear about the Reading Fan who wore two jackets when she painted the house? The instructions on the can said: "Put on two coats." *** Why do Reading Fans laugh three times when they hear a joke? Once when it is told, once when it is explained to them, and once when they understand it. ***
Lotsa Laughs
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Author : Ben Sheldon
language : en
Publisher: AuthorHouse
Release Date : 2014-09-18
Lotsa Laughs written by Ben Sheldon and has been published by AuthorHouse this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-09-18 with Humor categories.
LOTSA LAUGHS is a book of jokes and hilarious observations, which Ben Sheldon had recorded in his note books, over several years. Its a very funny collection of mostly one- or two-liners. Each one of them was original or independently conceived at the time of recording and dating in the authors note books. References to real known personalities are not necessarily true, but is done in parody, within protected free speech on satire. There are seven sections to the book, labeled Chapters, in the Index. Each chapter is aimed at the reader who would enjoy predominantly that kind of humor. For instance, one may laugh at the unique observations in politics, but pass on to another friend or family member some funny aspects of different faiths or innocent, lighthearted takeoffs on ethnicity. A prudish reader may want to save the chapter on bedroom humor for an unblushing neighbor. In any case, said bedroom chapter is written in good taste, with no pornography. The eclectic, broad-minded reader will, of course, enjoy all the levels of humor in this unique joke book, Lotsa Laughs. For those who love the creative use of words in different unexpected contexts, there is a chapter on Tongue Twisters. Another chapter is about Fun with Words. All the humor in Lotsa Laughs is innocent and harmless fun at ourselves and our social, political and religious mores. It is meant to laugh WITH and NOT AT the subjects of humor. Lotsa Laughs would also make a good reference book for speakers seeking an attention-getting funny opening remark for their speech. A future Henny Youngman may find the one-liners in Lotsa Laughs a good fit for their training manual.