Wisecracks (Paperback)

David Shoemaker

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Language: English

Published by The University of Chicago Press, 2024

0226832988 / 9780226832982

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Paperback. A philosopher's case for the importance of goodif ethically questionablehumor. A good sense of humor is key to the good life, but a joke taken too far can get anyone into trouble. Where to draw the line is not as simple as it may seem. After all, even the most innocent quips between friends rely on deception, sarcasm, and stereotypes and often run the risk of disrespect, meanness, and harm. How do we face this dilemma without taking ourselves too seriously? In Wisecracks, philosopher David Shoemaker examines this interplay between humor and morality and ultimately argues that even morally suspect humor is an essential part of ethical life. Shoemaker shows how improvised "wisecracks" between family and friendsunlike scripted stand-up, sketches, or serialshelp us develop a critical human skill: the ability to carry on and find the funny in tragedy. In developing a new ethics of humor in defense of questionable gibes, Wisecracks offers a powerful case for humor as a healing presence in human life. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…

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Title
Wisecracks (Paperback)
Author
David Shoemaker
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press
Publication year
2024
Condition
new
Binding
Paperback
Language
English
ISBN 10
0226832988
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9780226832982

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