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- Or Thoughts On Jesting (1764)

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The Merry Philosopher: Or Thoughts On Jesting is a book written by Georg Friedrich Meier and published in 1764. The book is a collection of essays and thoughts on the subject of humor and jesting. Meier explores the nature of humor and its role in society, arguing that it can be a powerful tool for social criticism and political commentary. He also discusses the different types of humor, from witty wordplay to physical comedy, and provides examples of each. Throughout the book, Meier emphasizes the importance of good taste and decorum in humor, cautioning against jokes that are offensive or hurtful. The Merry Philosopher is a fascinating glimpse into the world of 18th-century humor and a thoughtful exploration of the power and potential of laughter.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781166171834
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 222
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x12 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 304 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 3. december 2024
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The Merry Philosopher: Or Thoughts On Jesting is a book written by Georg Friedrich Meier and published in 1764. The book is a collection of essays and thoughts on the subject of humor and jesting. Meier explores the nature of humor and its role in society, arguing that it can be a powerful tool for social criticism and political commentary. He also discusses the different types of humor, from witty wordplay to physical comedy, and provides examples of each. Throughout the book, Meier emphasizes the importance of good taste and decorum in humor, cautioning against jokes that are offensive or hurtful. The Merry Philosopher is a fascinating glimpse into the world of 18th-century humor and a thoughtful exploration of the power and potential of laughter.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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