The Humor Of Robert Benchley A Comprehensive And Annotated Guide

The Humor of Robert Benchley: A Comprehensive and Annotated Guide

Robert Benchley was one of the most celebrated humorists of the 20th century, known for his witty essays, short stories, plays, and films. This comprehensive guide to Benchley's life and work includes an annotated bibliography of his writings, as well as essays on his humor, his literary influences, and his legacy. Benchley's humor was characterized by its wit, satire, and self-deprecation. He had a knack for finding the humor in everyday situations and for creating memorable characters and situations. His work has been praised by critics and readers alike for its originality, intelligence, and humor. This book explores Benchley's early life and influences, his unique style and techniques, and his legacy as one of the greatest humorists of all time. It also includes an annotated bibliography of Benchley's works, making it an invaluable resource for scholars and fans alike. Whether you're a longtime fan of Robert Benchley or just discovering his work for the first time, this book is sure to entertain and inform you. With its comprehensive coverage of Benchley's life and work, this book is the perfect way to learn more about one of the most important figures in American humor. In this book, you'll find: * An in-depth look at Benchley's life and career * An analysis of Benchley's humor, including his use of wordplay, puns, satire, and self-deprecation * A comprehensive bibliography of Benchley's works, including his books, essays, short stories, plays, and films * Essays by leading scholars on Benchley's work This book is the definitive guide to Robert Benchley, one of the most important and influential humorists of the 20th century. If you like this book, write a review on google books!

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Make 'em Laugh!

This lighthearted and eye-opening book explores the role of comedy in cultural and political critiques of American society from the past century. This unprecedented look at the history of satire in America showcases the means by which our society is informed by humor—from the way we examine the news, to how we communicate with each other, to what we seek out for entertainment. From biographical information to critical reception of material and personalities, the book features humorists from both literary and popular culture settings spanning the past 100 years. Through its 180 entries, this comprehensive volume covers a range of artists—individuals such as Joan Rivers, Hunter S. Thompson, and Chris Rock—and topics, including vaudeville, cartoons, and live performances. The content is organized by media and genre to showcase connections between writers and performers. Chapters include an alphabetical listing of humorists grouped by television and film stars, stand-up and performance comics, literary humorists, and humorists in popular print.