Ha! The Science of When We Laugh and Why (Audible Audio Edition) Scott Weems Kalen Allmandinger Audible Studios Books
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Humor, like pornography, is famously difficult to define. We know it when we see it, but is there a way to figure out what we really find funnyand why? In this fascinating investigation into the science of humor and laughter, cognitive neuroscientist Scott Weems uncovers what's happening in our heads when we giggle, guffaw, or double over with laughter. While we typically think of humor in terms of jokes or comic timing, in Ha! Weems proposes a provocative new model. Humor arises from inner conflict in the brain, he argues, and is part of a larger desire to comprehend a complex world. Showing that the delight that comes with getting" a punchline is closely related to the joy that accompanies the insight to solve a difficult problem, Weems explores why surprise is such an important element in humor, why computers are terrible at recognizing what's funny, and why it takes so long for a tragedy to become acceptable comedic fodder. From the role of insult jokes to the benefit of laughing for our immune system, Ha! reveals why humor is so idiosyncratic, and why how-to books alone will never help us become funnier people.
Packed with the latest research, illuminating anecdotes, and even a few jokes, Ha! lifts the curtain on this most human of qualities. From the origins of humor in our brains to its life on the standup comedy circuit, this book offers a delightful tour of why humor is so important to our daily lives.
Ha! The Science of When We Laugh and Why (Audible Audio Edition) Scott Weems Kalen Allmandinger Audible Studios Books
This book is so full of great research and information that I will be using it to teach the AATH (Association for Applied and Therapeutic Humor) 3 hour graduate humor studies class called The Humor Academy! Thank you Scott for your creatively written book that will be a wonderful resource for all interested in the science of humor and laughter.Product details
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Ha! The Science of When We Laugh and Why (Audible Audio Edition) Scott Weems Kalen Allmandinger Audible Studios Books Reviews
very interesting reading. I did hope for a little more scientific research than the author actually gave the reader.
Good book explaining why laughing is good for us.
Enjoyable and enlightening.
I LIKED IT
I like the theory as explained in this book. Lots of interesting detours, and even funny on occasion! Check it out.
Quite good, yet not the highest academical level.
Decent read. Covers some interesting stuff about how the brain works, with a focus on humor. It's not a funny book, but the author works in some humor with all that talk about humor
This book is so full of great research and information that I will be using it to teach the AATH (Association for Applied and Therapeutic Humor) 3 hour graduate humor studies class called The Humor Academy! Thank you Scott for your creatively written book that will be a wonderful resource for all interested in the science of humor and laughter.
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