Laughter, Humor, and the (Un)making of Gender: Historical and Cultural Perspectives

Foka, A.; Liliequist, J.

Humor is the tendency of particular cognitive experiences to provoke laughter and provide amusement. Throughout history, it has played a crucial role in defining gender roles and identities. This collection offers an in-depth thematic examination of this relationship between humor and gender, spanning a variety of historical and cultural backdrops.

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Published by: Palgrave Macmillan

Publication Date: 2015-05-06

Format: Hardcover

ISBN-13: 9781137473301

DOI: 10.1057/9781137463654

Dimensions: 216cm x140cm

Pages: 256