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This unprecedented look at the history of satire in America showcases the means by which our society is informed by humor--from the way we examine the news, to how we communicate with each other, to what we seek out for entertainment. From biographical information to critical reception of material and personalities, the book features humorists from both literary and popular culture settings spanning the past 100 years. Through its 180 entries, this comprehensive volume covers a range of artists--individuals such as Joan Rivers, Hunter S. Thompson, and Chris Rock--and topics, including vaudeville, cartoons, and live performances. The content is organized by media and genre to showcase connections between writers and performers. Chapters include an alphabetical listing of humorists grouped by television and film stars, stand-up and performance comics, literary humorists, and humorists in popular print.

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PublisherBloomsbury Publishing USA

ISBN-101440829942

ISBN-139781440829949

eBay Product ID (ePID)208614010

Product Key Features

Educational LevelHigh School, Elementary School

Number of Pages352 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication NameMake 'em Laugh! : American Humorists of the 20th and 21st Centuries

Publication Year2015

SubjectUnited States / 20th Century, Popular Culture, Literary, American / General, Comedy, Entertainment & Performing Arts

TypeStudy Guide

Subject AreaBiography & Autobiography, Literary Criticism, History, Social Science, Performing Arts

AuthorZeke Jarvis

FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Height0.8 in

Item Weight34.1 Oz

Item Length10 in

Item Width7 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceElementary/High School

LCCN2014-040154

Dewey Edition23

Reviews"Jarvis's volume will serve as a valuable resource for those interested in exploring the specialty of humor studies. Summing Up: Recommended. Upper-level undergraduates through researchers/faculty. Professionals/practitioners." - Choice, "Jarvis's volume will serve as a valuable resource for those interested in exploring the specialty of humor studies. Summing Up: Recommended. Upper-level undergraduates through researchers/faculty. Professionals/practitioners." -- Choice " Make 'em Laugh! American Humorists of the 20th and 21st Centuries opens a window to humor in the United States, a humor unique to our country, history, and culture. This book will help high school students, researchers, and those curious about comedic accomplishments. This is a noteworthy collection of American comedians and shows the evolution of the humorous landscape in entertainment." -- ARBA

Number of Volumes1 Vol.

IllustratedYes

Dewey Decimal817/.509 B

Lc Classification NumberPs430.M36 2015