Understanding Humor through Communication: Why Be Funny, Anyway?

Author:   John C. Meyer
Publisher:   Lexington Books
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9781498503181


Pages:   114
Publication Date:   14 April 2017
Format:   Paperback
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Author:   John C. Meyer
Publisher:   Lexington Books
Imprint:   Lexington Books
Dimensions:   Width: 15.20cm , Height: 1.10cm , Length: 23.30cm
Weight:   0.227kg
ISBN:  

9781498503181


ISBN 10:   1498503187
Pages:   114
Publication Date:   14 April 2017
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
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Table of Contents

Chapter 1: A Communicative Introduction to Humor Chapter 2: Humor as Life Pattern Disruption Chapter 3: Theories of Humor Origin Chapter 4: Humor as Uniting and Dividing Chapter 5: Functions of Humor in Communication Chapter 6: Humor’s “Black Box”—A Model of Individual Humor Choice Chapter 7: Characteristics of Individual Humor Chapter 8: Humor and Persuasion Chapter 9: Humor in Organizations and Cultures Chapter 10: Humor in Personal Relationships Chapter 11: Dangers of Humor for Relationships Chapter 12: A Social Model of Humor

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John C. Meyer thoroughly covers many of the classical and philosophical works in humor studies. However, Meyer's most meaningful contributions are his explanations of humor functions and the communicative implications of humor usage. This book is a must read for communication scholars and people interested in studying humor. -- Matthew C. Ramsey, Shippensburg University The study of humorous communication has truly expanded and grown into its own. Meyers' book illustrates the array of diverse humor-related topics, pulled together in one source. A great resource for anyone beginning to study humor and communication processes. -- Melanie Booth-Butterfield, West Virginia University Understanding Humor through Communication does an excellent job of summarizing and expanding upon his work on humor functions. Meyer demonstrates the range of contexts where humorous communication contributes to important outcomes. This book is a welcome addition to the field of Communication studies. -- Nathan Miczo, Western Illinois University


John C. Meyer thoroughly covers many of the classical and philosophical works in humor studies. However, Meyer’s most meaningful contributions are his explanations of humor functions and the communicative implications of humor usage. This book is a must read for communication scholars and people interested in studying humor. -- Matthew C. Ramsey, Shippensburg University The study of humorous communication has truly expanded and grown into its own. Meyers’ book illustrates the array of diverse humor-related topics, pulled together in one source. A great resource for anyone beginning to study humor and communication processes. -- Melanie Booth-Butterfield, West Virginia University Understanding Humor through Communication does an excellent job of summarizing and expanding upon his work on humor functions. Meyer demonstrates the range of contexts where humorous communication contributes to important outcomes. This book is a welcome addition to the field of Communication studies. -- Nathan Miczo, Western Illinois University


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John C. Meyer is professor of communication studies at the University of Southern Mississippi.

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