PHIL.2320 Philosophy of Humor and Comedy (Formerly PHIL.3101)

Id: 040170 Credits: 3-3

Description

This course examines the phenomenon of humor, laughter, and comedy, inquiring into its nature and function in human life. We explore the leading theories of humor, in attempting to explain what makes something "funny" and why we enjoy humor so much. We also attempt to relate the idea of humor to the related ideas of laughter and comedy. The course will include analysis of the various forms of humor, including the joke, the dramatic comedy, and stand-up comedy.

Prerequisites

ENGL.1010 College Writing I.

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