The Nature of Comedy by Willard Smith Paperback Book
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The Nature of Comedy by Willard Smith Paperback Book. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. Author Willard Smith. Format Paperback. The Nature of Comedy by Willard Smith Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Paperback Condition Brand New Description "The Nature of Comedy" is a comprehensive scholarly examination of the comic form and its evolution within the realms of literature and performance. Author Willard Smith explores the fundamental elements that define the comic genre, tracing its historical roots and psychological foundations. The work delves into the mechanics of humor, investigating why audiences find certain situations and characters amusing and how the structure of a comedy differs fundamentally from that of a a rigorous analysis of literary techniques such as irony, wit, and satire, this study highlights how comedy serves as both a mirror and a critique of human behavior. Smith provides profound insights into the social functions of laughter and the development of comedic traditions from classical antiquity through the early 20th century. Scholars and enthusiasts of theater and literature will find a wealth of knowledge in its dissection of comic types and the enduring appeal of the stage. By synthesizing philosophical perspectives with dramatic theory, "The Nature of Comedy" provides a robust framework for understanding how comedy operates as an essential facet of the human experience. This insightful volume remains a significant contribution to the field of dramatic criticism, shedding light on the timeless artistry behind the craft of the work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. Details ISBN 1025386620 ISBN-13 9781025386621 Title The Nature of Comedy Author Willard Smith Format Paperback Year 2026 Pages 200 Publisher Tradd Street Press GEItemID:178638271; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. Returns If you wish to return an item, please consult our Returns Policy as below: Please contact Customer Services and request "Return Authorisation" before you send your item back to us. Unauthorised returns will not be accepted. Returns must be postmarked within 4 business days of authorisation and must be in resellable condition. Returns are shipped at the customer's risk. We cannot take responsibility for items which are lost or damaged in transit. For purchases where a shipping charge was paid, there will be no refund of the original shipping charge. Additional Questions If you have any questions please feel free to Contact Us. Categories Baby Books Electronics Fashion Games Health & Beauty Home, Garden & Pets Movies Music Sports & Outdoors Toys
