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The book delves into the overlooked narratives surrounding "hysterical laughter," particularly in the context of women's experiences. It examines how society has both theorized and demonized this form of amusement, highlighting the ways it has been suppressed and exploited throughout history. Through this exploration, the author sheds light on the complex relationship between gender and laughter, uncovering the cultural implications and historical significance of women's laughter.
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Death by Laughter, Maggie Hennefeld
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- Released
- 2024
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- Title
- Death by Laughter
- Subtitle
- Female Hysteria and Early Cinema
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Maggie Hennefeld
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press
- Released
- 2024
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 368
- ISBN13
- 9780231213288
- Series
- Tags
- Non-Fiction, Art & Culture, Filmthema, Film
- Description
- The book delves into the overlooked narratives surrounding "hysterical laughter," particularly in the context of women's experiences. It examines how society has both theorized and demonized this form of amusement, highlighting the ways it has been suppressed and exploited throughout history. Through this exploration, the author sheds light on the complex relationship between gender and laughter, uncovering the cultural implications and historical significance of women's laughter.