First published in 1972, this work pursues the question ‘what is comedy?’ In its quest for an answer it explores critical theory, psychology, sociology and metaphysics. It also examines the classical origins of comedy, different kinds of comedy, the rituals of comedy, its relationship with other idioms such as ‘satire’, irony’ and ‘farce’, and compares two major traditions: ‘Aristophanic’ and ‘Shakesperean’ comedy.
In doing so, the book demonstrates the indefinable and flexible nature of comedy. This work will be a valuable resource to those studying drama, and in particular, those focusing on classical and Shakespearean plays.
| ISBN: | 9781138231870 |
| Publication date: | 29th January 2019 |
| Author: | Moelwyn Merchant |
| Publisher: | Routledge an imprint of Taylor & Francis Ltd |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 100 pages |
| Series: | The Critical Idiom Reissued |
| Genres: |
Literary studies: ancient, classical and medieval Literary studies: general Literary studies: plays and playwrights Classic and pre-20th century plays |
First published in 1972, this work pursues the question ‘what is comedy?’ In its quest for an answer it explores critical theory, psychology, sociology and metaphysics. It also examines the classical origins of comedy, different kinds of comedy, the rituals of comedy, its relationship with other idioms such as ‘satire’, irony’ and ‘farce’, and compares two major traditions: ‘Aristophanic’ and ‘Shakesperean’ comedy.
Comedy features in the following genres: Literary studies: ancient, classical and medieval, Literary studies: general, Literary studies: plays and playwrights, Classic and pre-20th century plays
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Comedy was written by Moelwyn Merchant and published by Routledge an imprint of Taylor & Francis Ltd
Comedy has 100 pages
Yes it is part of The Critical Idiom Reissued series
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