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Dive into the rich history of Jewish comedy with Jeremy Dauber's insightful book that combines scholarship and humor. This 384-page masterpiece, published by W W Norton & Company, meticulously traces the roots of Jewish humor from biblical times to the contemporary digital age, including its evolution on platforms like Twitter. Dauber categorizes the evolution of Jewish comedy into seven distinct strands such as the Satirical, the Witty, and the Vulgar, offering readers an engaging exploration of how humor has navigated issues of persecution, assimilation, and the diaspora. With examples from iconic comic figures like the Jewish mother and the schlemiel, this book captures the essence of beloved comedic archetypes. Delve deep into a variety of comic works, including the Book of Esther, Talmudic jokes, Yiddish satires, and unforgettable Borscht Belt performances, alongside the genius of cultural luminaries such as Sholem Aleichem, Franz Kafka, and the incomparable Marx Brothers. With a blend of laugh-out-loud moments and thought-provoking insights, this book is perfect for anyone looking to understand the profound impact of Jewish comedic tradition. Explore the laughter that shaped a culture and discover why Jewish humor remains a vital thread in the fabric of society. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780393356298
Year: 2018
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 384
Description:
In a work of scholarship both erudite and funny, Jeremy Dauber traces the origins of Jewish comedy and its development from biblical times to the age of Twitter. Organising his book thematically into what he calls the seven strands of Jewish comedy (including the Satirical, the Witty and the Vulgar), Dauber explores the ways Jewish comedy has dealt with persecution, assimilation and diaspora through the ages. He explains the rise and fall of popular comic archetypes such as the Jewish mother, the JAP, and the schlemiel and schlimazel. He also explores a range of comic masterpieces, from the Book of Esther, Talmudic rabbi jokes, Yiddish satires, Borscht Belt skits and Seinfeld to the work of such masters as Sholem Aleichem, Franz Kafka, the Marx Brothers, Woody Allen, Joan Rivers, Philip Roth, Sarah Silverman and Jon Stewart.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780393356298
Year: 2018
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 384
Description:
In a work of scholarship both erudite and funny, Jeremy Dauber traces the origins of Jewish comedy and its development from biblical times to the age of Twitter. Organising his book thematically into what he calls the seven strands of Jewish comedy (including the Satirical, the Witty and the Vulgar), Dauber explores the ways Jewish comedy has dealt with persecution, assimilation and diaspora through the ages. He explains the rise and fall of popular comic archetypes such as the Jewish mother, the JAP, and the schlemiel and schlimazel. He also explores a range of comic masterpieces, from the Book of Esther, Talmudic rabbi jokes, Yiddish satires, Borscht Belt skits and Seinfeld to the work of such masters as Sholem Aleichem, Franz Kafka, the Marx Brothers, Woody Allen, Joan Rivers, Philip Roth, Sarah Silverman and Jon Stewart.