What's So Funny?: Wit and Humor in American Children's Literature
Book Description
In this study of American humorous books published for children since 1920, Michael Cart addresses universal considerations of what makes us laugh by focusing on three particular types of books: talking-animal fantasies, hyperbole and tall-tale humor, and domestic or family comedy, the literary equivalent of television sitcoms. In addressing the intriguing question "What's so funny?" Michael Cart ... More
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Publisher | |
Binding | Hardcover (2 editions) |
Reading Level | Uncategorized |
# of Pages | 223 |
ISBN-10 | B000IOF5VM |
Publication Date | 02/28/1995 |
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