The Language of Humor An Introduction Nilsen Nilsen Paperback 9781108403962

Description: The Language of Humor An Introduction Explores how humor can be explained across the various sub-disciplines of linguistics, in order to aid communication. Don L. F. Nilsen (Author), Alleen Pace Nilsen (Author) 9781108403962, Cambridge University Press Paperback / softback, published 1 November 2018 402 pages 22.8 x 15.2 x 2.2 cm, 0.61 kg '… it is a very interesting and concise reading … it is an essential reading for everyone who wants to gain a general perspective on humorous issues in important areas of human activity.' Roula Saltidou, The European Journal of Humour Research Much of today's communication is carried out through various kinds of humor, and we therefore need to be able to understand its many aspects. Here, two of the world's leading pioneers in humor studies, Alleen and Don Nilsen, explore how humor can be explained across the numerous sub-disciplines of linguistics. Drawing on examples from language play and jokes in a range of real-life contexts, such as art, business, marketing, comedy, creative writing, science, journalism and politics, the authors use their own theory of 'Features, functions and subjects of Humor' to analyze humor across all disciplines. Each highly accessible chapter uses a rich array of examples to stimulate discussion and interaction even in large classes. Supplemental PowerPoints to accompany each of the 25 chapters are available online, taking many of the insights from the chapters for further interactional discussions with students. 1. Introduction and overview 2. Humor in anthropology 3. Humor and art 4. Humor and Business 5. Humor and computer science 6. Humor and education 7. Humor and gender studies 8. Humor and geography 9. Humor and gerontology 10. Humor and history 11. Humor and journalism 12. Humor and law 13. Humor and linguistics 14. Humor and literature 15. Humor in medicine and health 16. Humor and music 17. Humor in names and naming 18. Humor in the performing arts 19. Humor and philosophy 20. Humor in physical education and sports 21. Humor and politics 22. Humor and psychology 23 Humor and religion 24. Humor in rhetoric and composition 25. Humor and sociology Conclusion. Subject Areas: Grammar, syntax & morphology [CFK], Phonetics, phonology [CFH], Sociolinguistics [CFB], Philosophy of language [CFA]

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