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The Linguistics of Laughter
A Corpus-Assisted Study of Laughter-Talk
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The book explores the dynamics of humor through a corpus-linguistics lens, focusing on the intentions behind 'laughables'—the statements meant to elicit laughter—and the responses of listeners. It delves into the communicative functions of laughter, analyzing how speakers and hearers interact in humorous exchanges. This study offers insights into the social and linguistic aspects of humor, revealing the complexities of laughter in conversation.
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The Linguistics of Laughter, Alan Partington
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- 2009
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- Title
- The Linguistics of Laughter
- Subtitle
- A Corpus-Assisted Study of Laughter-Talk
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Alan Partington
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd (Sales)
- Released
- 2009
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 268
- ISBN13
- 9780415544078
- Series
- Tags
- Humor, Linguistics, Communication
- Rating
- 2 out of 5
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- The book explores the dynamics of humor through a corpus-linguistics lens, focusing on the intentions behind 'laughables'—the statements meant to elicit laughter—and the responses of listeners. It delves into the communicative functions of laughter, analyzing how speakers and hearers interact in humorous exchanges. This study offers insights into the social and linguistic aspects of humor, revealing the complexities of laughter in conversation.