The European Journal of Humour Research

Vol 2, No 1 (2014)

Book review: Simon, J.C. (2008). Why We Laugh – A New Understanding. Carmel, IN: Starbrook Press. 301 pp.

Joseph Anderton

Abstract

A book review of John Charles Simon’s book (2008) Why We Laugh – A New Understanding. Carmel, IN: Starbrook Press. 301 pp.

References

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Billig, M. (2005). Laughter and Ridicule: Towards a Social Critique of Humour. London: Sage.