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Laughter

Laughter

Henri Bergson / Cloudesley Brereton / Fred Rothwell

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Wildside Press
Año de edición:
2024
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Historia
ISBN:
9781434470799
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In this philosophical work, Henri Bergson explores the nature and purpose of laughter, analyzing what makes things funny and how humor functions within society. Bergson delves into the mechanisms behind comic situations, human behavior, and social interactions, proposing that laughter serves as a corrective force to promote social harmony. His insights offer a timeless examination of humor, blending philosophy with psychological observation.

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