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History of English Humour, Vol. 1: With an Introduction upon Ancient Humour

by A. G. K. L'Estrange

Level C1 · AdvancedHistoricalPhilosophy18 chapters
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About this book

Explore the elusive nature of English humour as it unfolds through history, philosophy, and psychology, revealing the subtle laws and multifaceted character behind what makes us laugh and the challenge of understanding the ludicrous mind.

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18 chapters in all. The first chapter is free to read with no account.

02REV. A. G. L'ESTRANGE,
03THE FIRST VOLUME.
04HISTORY OF ENGLISH HUMOUR.
05PART I.
06PART II.
07PART III.
08CHAPTER I.
09CHAPTER II.
10CHAPTER III.
11CHAPTER IV.
12CHAPTER V.

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