Willis Edgar (242 results)

Paperback. Condition: Good. For centuries illustrious thinkers have speculated about what inspires the beguiling and uplifting sound of laughter. With their ideas in mind, Edgar Willis takes an innovative and sometimes startling approach to the subject. Its key element is a precise and practical set of instructions for turning the momentary flicker of an idea into a full-fledged and funny joke. He provides further enrichment with lively discussions of such relevant topics as: good jokes and bad ones, the often hilarious consequences of unintended humor, and the perils of being funny. Richard L. Weaver I adds informed insights into using the Internet to find and develop jokes. The result is a book of extraordinary reach and dimension. The tone is erudite without being stuffy. He uses hundreds of jokes to illustrate techniques of jokemaking and shares anecdotes about his adventures and misadventures with humor.The probing analyses of humor's complexities will challenge your capacity to perceive and understand. The value of this book to aspiring humorists is obvious. It can also guide teachers, preachers, and public speakers into using humor to add zest and attention-holding power to their presentations. Most importantly it can amplify the response and sharpen the appreciation of people who relish hearing funny stories, and that includes almost everyone. They have laughed at jokes before, but having read this book, they will laugh louder, for now they will know why they are laughing.…

hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Has some shelf wear, highlighting, underlining and/or writing. Great used condition. A portion of your purchase of this book will be donated to non-profit organizations.Over 1,000,000 satisfied customers since 1997! Choose expedited shipping (if available) for much faster delivery. Delivery confirmation on all US orders.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. For centuries illustrious thinkers have speculated about what inspires the beguiling and uplifting sound of laughter. With their ideas in mind, Edgar Willis takes an innovative and sometimes startling approach to the subject. Its key element is a precise and practical set of instructions for turning the momentary flicker of an idea into a full-fledged and funny joke. He provides further enrichment with lively discussions of such relevant topics as: good jokes and bad ones, the often hilarious consequences of unintended humor, and the perils of being funny. Richard L. Weaver I adds informed insights into using the Internet to find and develop jokes. The result is a book of extraordinary reach and dimension. The tone is erudite without being stuffy. He uses hundreds of jokes to illustrate techniques of jokemaking and shares anecdotes about his adventures and misadventures with humor.The probing analyses of humor's complexities will challenge your capacity to perceive and understand. The value of this book to aspiring humorists is obvious. It can also guide teachers, preachers, and public speakers into using humor to add zest and attention-holding power to their presentations. Most importantly it can amplify the response and sharpen the appreciation of people who relish hearing funny stories, and that includes almost everyone. They have laughed at jokes before, but having read this book, they will laugh louder, for now they will know why they are laughing.…

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. 4th Edition. This hardcover edition of "Television and Radio" is in good condition. The binding is intact, with some minor wear visible on the spine and corners. The pages are clean and free of inscriptions or library markings. There is no dust jacket present. unknown (no dust jacket visible).…

Condition: Fine. Used book that is in almost brand-new condition. May contain a remainder mark. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Condition: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Condition: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Reprint. Book is clean and tight. Title page as a lengthwise taped tear. Owner's inscription is on the insidfe. 659 p. Book.

Paperback. Condition: Good. Book in Good condition.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Condition: Good. 3rd Edition. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.…

hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority. Bryon L. Crabbe; Glenn Cravath; Mario Larrinaga; Earnest Smythe; Willis H. O'Brien; Bob Eggleton; Leslie G. Harris (illustrator).…

Hard Cover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Third Edition. Cover is lightly rubbed, and has edgewear. Underlining in first part of text. Size: 8vo - 7¾" - 9¾" Tall.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. This book introduces students to the theories and techniques underlying television, radio and film writing. The new edition provides meaningful guidance through in-depth coverage of types of writing, specific techniques and professional examples from contemporary electronic media. Statements from working writers and behind-the-scenes professionals, such as Mary Lou Teel, CBS Sunday Morning producer, David Black, producer-writer of Law and Order, and Peggy Charren, founder of Action Children's Television, enrich the book's practical approach and contemporary appeal.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. This book introduces students to the theories and techniques underlying television, radio and film writing. The new edition provides meaningful guidance through in-depth coverage of types of writing, specific techniques and professional examples from contemporary electronic media. Statements from working writers and behind-the-scenes professionals, such as Mary Lou Teel, CBS Sunday Morning producer, David Black, producer-writer of Law and Order, and Peggy Charren, founder of Action Children's Television, enrich the book's practical approach and contemporary appeal.…

paperback. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

Condition: New.

Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. The Procedure And Law Of Surrogates' Courts Of The State Of New York. Book.

Condition: New.

Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. Heaton's Surrogates' Courts. 1925 Supplement (Three Year Cumulative Supplement) (Including All Prior Supplements). Book.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Paperback. Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condition: New.

Paperback. Condition: Good. Ann Arbor, 1961. Stiff card covers with black titles; previous owner's name on front cover; edges and covers worn with water spots near spine; small tears at spine ends; lower rear corner creased; 4to, 9 3/4" to 12" tall; interior is unmarked; 194 pages.

gebundene Ausgabe. Condition: Gut. 372 Seiten; Das hier angebotene Buch stammt aus einer teilaufgelösten Bibliothek und kann die entsprechenden Kennzeichnungen aufweisen (Rückenschild, Instituts-Stempel.); der Buchzustand ist ansonsten ordentlich und dem Alter entsprechend gut. In ENGLISCHER Sprache. Sprache: Englisch Gewicht in Gramm: 670.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Light blue cloth. Tips of corners show very faint wear, small tear at top of spine, faint sunfade to spine. otherwise book is sharp and clean and tight.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.