Funny Thing Is A Guide to Understanding Comedy
Funny Thing Is A Guide to Understanding Comedy by Stephen Evans is a scholarly exploration published by Stephen Evans on August 6, 2020. This 122-page book delves into the science and philosophy of comedy, offering a thorough analysis of its evolution and the mechanisms behind laughter. It combines elements of philosophy, social science, and writing advice, presenting a nuanced examination of what makes people laugh and the theoretical frameworks surrounding humor.
Readers will find a detailed investigation into comedic writing and the emotional responses it elicits. The book discusses the ideas of notable philosophers and writers, including Immanuel Kant and Neil Simon, while also drawing on Evans’s own experiences as an actor and playwright. This edition serves as both a primer on the philosophy of comedy and a guide for those interested in understanding the complexities of humor and its social implications.
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“Stephen Evans’s The Funny Thing Is is a perceptive dissection of the science and philosophy of comedy and comedic writing. This thorough analysis of the evolution of comedy is part philosophy primer, part social science, and part writing advice. While it is a book about comedy, it does not joke in its approach: it is a scholarly investigation of comedy as theory, of laughter as a physiological reaction, and of theoretical considerations about what makes people laugh and why. It analyzes the ideas of philosophers and writers including Immanuel Kant and Neil Simon, and incorporates Evans’s firsthand experience as actor, author, and comedy playwright. The result is a savvy and complex anatomy of funniness, with suggestions for how to replicate it.” -ForeWord Clarion Reviews”–Amazon
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