Oring, Elliott, 1945-

Jokes and their relations / Elliott Oring. - New ed. / with a new introduction by the author. - Somerset, N.J. : London : Transaction ; Eurospan [distributor], 2010. - 203 p.

Previous ed.: Lexington, Ky.: University of Kentucky, 1992.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Almost everyone tells and appreciates jokes. Yet the nature of jokes has proved elusive. Here, the author offers a different perspective on jokes and related forms of humour.

Specialized.

9781412814393 (pbk.) : £26.95 1412814391 (pbk.) : £26.95


Freud, Sigmund, 1856-1939.


Wit and humor--History and criticism.
Jewish wit and humor--History and criticism.
Wit and humor--Psychological aspects.
Cognitive styles.
Literature.

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