De Gruyter Handbook of Humor Studies
- 644 pages
- English
- ePUB (mobile friendly)
- Available on iOS & Android
De Gruyter Handbook of Humor Studies
About this book
The De Gruyter Handbook of Humor Studies consolidates the cumulative contributions in theory and research on humor from 57 international scholars representing 21 different countries in the widest possible diversity of disciplines. It organizes research in a unique conceptual framework addressing two broad themes: the Essence of Humor and the Functions of Humor. Furthermore, scholars of humor have recognized that humor is not only a universal human experience, it is also inherently social, shared among people and woven into the fabric of nearly every type of interpersonal relationship.
Scholars across all academic disciplines have addressed questions about the essence and functions of humor at different "levels of analysis" relating to how narrowly or broadly they conceptualize the social context of humor. Accordingly, the editors have organized each broad thematic section into four subsections defined by "level of analysis." The book first addresses questions about individual psychological processes and text properties, then moves to questions involving broader conceptualizations of the social context addressing humor and social relations, and humor and culture.
By providing a comprehensive review of foundational work as well as new research and theoretical advancements across academic disciplines, the De Gruyter Handbook of Humor Studies will serve as the foremost authoritative research handbook for experienced humor scholars as well as an essential starting point for newcomers to the field, such as graduate students seeking to conduct their own research on humor. Further, by highlighting the interdisciplinary interest of new and emerging areas of research the book identifies and defines directions for future research for scholars from every discipline that contributes to our understanding of humor.
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Table of contents
- Title Page
- Copyright
- Contents
- Preface
- Part 1: Essence of Humor: What Makes Something Funny? Section 1: Psychological Processes: Why Do People Find Things Humorous?
- Section 2: Text Properties: What Makes a Text Humorous?
- Section 3: Broader Social Context: How is Humor Shaped by Social Relations and Culture?
- Part 2: The Functions of Humor: How Do People Experience, Perform and Share Humor? Section 1: Psychological Processes: What Functions Does Humor Serve for the Individual?
- Section 2: Text Properties: What Contextual Factors Affect Humor Perception?
- Section 3: Broader Social Context: How Does Humor Function in Social Relations and Culture?
- Index