Laughter: An Essay on the Meaning of the Comic

by Henri Bergson

Overview

Henri Bergson's 'Laughter: An Essay on the Meaning of the Comic' dissects the essence of humor and laughter. With keen philosophical observation, Bergson explores how comedy arises from societal incongruities and mechanical rigidity. This insightful analysis transcends mere amusement, shedding light on the deeper significance of laughter as a social and intellectual phenomenon, making it a timeless exploration of the human experience and the absurdities of life.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781787362802
Publisher:	Interactive Media
Publication date:	03/27/2021
Sold by:	StreetLib SRL
Format:	eBook
File size:	493 KB

About the Author

Henri-Louis Bergson (18 October 1859 - 4 January 1941) was a major French philosopher, influential especially in the first half of the 20th century. Bergson convinced many thinkers that the processes of immediate experience and intuition are more significant than abstract rationalism and science for understanding reality.
He was awarded the 1927 Nobel Prize in Literature "in recognition of his rich and vitalizing ideas and the brilliant skill with which they have been presented". In 1930, France awarded him its highest honour, the Grand-Croix de la Legion d'honneur.

Table of Contents

Chapter I The Comic in General—The Comic Element in Forms and Movements—Expansive Force of the Comic
Chapter II The Comic Element in Situations and the Comic Element in Words
Chapter III The Comic in Character