 | The Senses of Humor: Self and Laughter in Modern America Subjects: American wit and humor -- 20th century -- History and criticism; United States -- Social life and customs -- 20th century; Laughter -- Social aspects -- United States; Self in literature; Daniel Wickberg traces the cultural history of the concept from its British origins as a way to explore new conceptions of the self and social order in modern America. Daniel Wickberg is Associate Professor of the History of Ideas at the University of Texas at Dallas. |
