The Morality of Laughter

The Morality of Laughter
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Publisher : University of Michigan Press
Total Pages : 257
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ISBN-10 : 9780472022724
ISBN-13 : 0472022725
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Book Synopsis The Morality of Laughter by : F. H. Buckley

Download or read book The Morality of Laughter written by F. H. Buckley and published by University of Michigan Press. This book was released on 2010-03-25 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Bravo! I’ll say nothing funny about it, for it is a superior piece of work.” —P. J. O’Rourke “F. H. Buckley’s The Morality of Laughter is at once a humorous look at serious matters and a serious book about humor.” —Crisis Magazine “Buckley has written a . ne and funny book that will be read with pleasure and instruction.” —First Things “. . . written elegantly and often wittily. . . .” —National Post “. . . a fascinating philosophical exposition of laughter. . . .” —National Review “. . . at once a wise and highly amusing book.” —Wall Street Journal Online “. . . a useful reminder that a cheery society is a healthy one.” —Weekly Standard


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