Encyclopedia of 20th Century American Humor

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Encyclopedia of 20th Century American Humor

Author	: Alleen Pace Nilsen
File Size	: 54,5 Mb
Publisher	: Greenwood
Language	: English
Release Date	: 20 January 2000
ISBN	: IND:30000064272085
Pages	: 386 pages

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Encyclopedia of 20th Century American Humor by Alleen Pace Nilsen Book PDF Summary

Review: "This unique encyclopedia treats the concepts, persons, themes, and media of 20th-century American humor and humor studies. More than 100 alphabetically arranged entries highlight a broad range of humor-related topics from wit, understatement, and ambiguity to late-night talk shows and the Internet."--"Outstanding Reference Sources," American Libraries, May 2001

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Encyclopedia of 20th Century American Humor by Alleen Pace Nilsen,Don Nilsen

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