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Laughter is presented as a uniquely human phenomenon, with Henri Bergson examining its causes and social functions. He analyzes comedic elements like comic characters, wordplay, and incongruity, highlighting the tension between rigid social norms and human flexibility. The essay combines wit and analysis, exploring laughter's psychological and physiological aspects, including its role in releasing pent-up energy and fostering social bonds. Through anecdotal examples, Bergson uncovers the deeper significance of laughter in human life.
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Laughter: An Essay On The Meaning Of The Comic, Henri Bergson
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- Released
- 2023
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- Language
- English
- Authors
- Henri Bergson
- Publisher
- Double9 Books
- Released
- 2023
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 86
- ISBN13
- 9789358591934
- Series
- Tags
- Non-Fiction, Social Sciences, True Stories, Psychological Topics, Philosophical Topics, Humor, Philosophy, Psychology, France, Opinion Journalism & Essays, Comedies, Popular science publications, Laughter, Comicality
- First published
- 1900
- Original title
- Le Rire. Essai sur la signification du comique
- Rating
- 3.4 out of 5
- Description
- Laughter is presented as a uniquely human phenomenon, with Henri Bergson examining its causes and social functions. He analyzes comedic elements like comic characters, wordplay, and incongruity, highlighting the tension between rigid social norms and human flexibility. The essay combines wit and analysis, exploring laughter's psychological and physiological aspects, including its role in releasing pent-up energy and fostering social bonds. Through anecdotal examples, Bergson uncovers the deeper significance of laughter in human life.