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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - 'The Nature of Comedy' is a comprehensive scholarly examination of the comic form and its evolution within the realms of literature and performance. Author Willard Smith explores the fundamental elements that define the comic genre, tracing its historical roots and psychological foundations…. The work delves into the mechanics of humor, investigating why audiences find certain situations and characters amusing and how the structure of a comedy differs fundamentally from that of a tragedy.Through a rigorous analysis of literary techniques such as irony, wit, and satire, this study highlights how comedy serves as both a mirror and a critique of human behavior. Smith provides profound insights into the social functions of laughter and the development of comedic traditions from classical antiquity through the early 20th century. Scholars and enthusiasts of theater and literature will find a wealth of knowledge in its dissection of comic types and the enduring appeal of the stage. By synthesizing philosophical perspectives with dramatic theory, 'The Nature of Comedy' provides a robust framework for understanding how comedy operates as an essential facet of the human experience. This insightful volume remains a significant contribution to the field of dramatic criticism, shedding light on the timeless artistry behind the craft of the comic.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. "The Nature of Comedy" is a comprehensive scholarly examination of the comic form and its evolution within the realms of literature and performance. Author Willard Smith explores the fundamental elements that define the comic genre, tracing its historical roots and psychological foundations.… The work delves into the mechanics of humor, investigating why audiences find certain situations and characters amusing and how the structure of a comedy differs fundamentally from that of a tragedy.Through a rigorous analysis of literary techniques such as irony, wit, and satire, this study highlights how comedy serves as both a mirror and a critique of human behavior. Smith provides profound insights into the social functions of laughter and the development of comedic traditions from classical antiquity through the early 20th century. Scholars and enthusiasts of theater and literature will find a wealth of knowledge in its dissection of comic types and the enduring appeal of the stage. By synthesizing philosophical perspectives with dramatic theory, "The Nature of Comedy" provides a robust framework for understanding how comedy operates as an essential facet of the human experience. This insightful volume remains a significant contribution to the field of dramatic criticism, shedding light on the timeless artistry behind the craft of the comic.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. "The Nature of Comedy" is a comprehensive scholarly examination of the comic form and its evolution within the realms of literature and performance. Author Willard Smith explores the fundamental elements that define the comic genre, tracing its historical roots and psychological foundations.… The work delves into the mechanics of humor, investigating why audiences find certain situations and characters amusing and how the structure of a comedy differs fundamentally from that of a tragedy.Through a rigorous analysis of literary techniques such as irony, wit, and satire, this study highlights how comedy serves as both a mirror and a critique of human behavior. Smith provides profound insights into the social functions of laughter and the development of comedic traditions from classical antiquity through the early 20th century. Scholars and enthusiasts of theater and literature will find a wealth of knowledge in its dissection of comic types and the enduring appeal of the stage. By synthesizing philosophical perspectives with dramatic theory, "The Nature of Comedy" provides a robust framework for understanding how comedy operates as an essential facet of the human experience. This insightful volume remains a significant contribution to the field of dramatic criticism, shedding light on the timeless artistry behind the craft of the comic.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.
