The Comedy of Error: why evolution made us laugh

Language: English

Published by Scribe Publications, United Kingdom, London, 2020

1913348180 / 9781913348182

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What is humour? Why do we laugh? And why is the root of a good joke almost always error? Good jokes, bad jokes, clever jokes, dad jokes the desire to laugh is universal. But why do we find some gags hilarious, whilst others fall flat? Why does explaining a joke make it less amusing rather than more so? Why is laughter contagious, and why did it evolve in the first place? Using the oldest jokes and the latest science, in The Comedy of Error, Professor Jonathan Silvertown investigates why we laugh: from laughters evolutionary origins, to similarities and differences in humour across cultures, and even why being funny makes us sexier. As this unique book demonstrates, understanding how humour really works can provide endless entertainment. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

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Title
The Comedy of Error: why evolution made us laugh
Author
Jonathan Silvertown
Publisher
Scribe Publications, United Kingdom, London
Publication year
2020
Condition
Very Good
Binding
Paperback
Language
English
ISBN 10
1913348180
ISBN 13
9781913348182
Item weight
249 grams
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129.0 x 198.0

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