Ha! : the science of when we laugh and why
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- ISBN: 9780465031702 (hardback)
- ISBN: 0465031706 (hardback)
- ISBN: 9780465080809 (e-book)
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Physical Description:
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xvii, 230 pages ; 25 cm - Publisher: New York : Basic Books, a member of the Perseus Books Group, [2014]
Content descriptions
Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
Formatted Contents Note: | "What is?" The elusive concept of mirth -- Cocaine, chocolate, and Mr. Bean -- The kick of the discovery -- Stopover at the Empire State Building -- What for?" Humor and who we are -- Specialization is for insects -- Our computer overlords -- "So what?" Becoming a more jovial person -- The Bill Cosby effect -- Humor dances -- Oh, the places you'll go. |
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Subject: | Wit and humor Psychological aspects Wit and humor Therapeutic use Wit and humor in medicine Laughter |
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- 1 of 1 copy available at Kirtland Community College.
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Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
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Kirtland Community College Library | R 705 .W44 2014 | 30775305477425 | General Collection | Available | - |
Ha! : The Science of When We Laugh and Why
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Author Notes
Ha! : The Science of When We Laugh and Why
Scott Weems received a PhD in cognitive neuroscience from UCLA, and an MFA in creative writing from Lesley University. Previously a research scientist at the University of Maryland Center for Advanced Study of Language, he lives in Little Rock, Arkansas.