{"product_id":"laughter-an-essay-on-the-meaning-of-the-comic","title":"Laughter: An Essay On The Meaning Of The Comic","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLaughter: An Essay on the Meaning of the Comic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e by Henri Bergson, a profound philosophical exploration of the nature of humor and human behavior, now presented in a beautiful newly updated edition featuring an elegant new hardcover design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes us laugh, and why does humor play such a vital role in society? In \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLaughter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Bergson delves into the subtle interplay between emotion, intellect, and the social structures that shape our everyday lives, revealing the surprising power of comedy to illuminate human nature. With its thought-provoking insights into \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ephilosophy of humor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esocial dynamics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehuman behavior\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this timeless work is sure to be included in your must-read classics!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes this edition special:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautifully designed cover that complements any bookshelf.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull original text with no edits or omissions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEasy-to-read 12 pt font for comfortable reading.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarger 6” x 9” size for an enjoyable reading experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSneak Peek:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“And so,” the philosopher mused, “laughter is no mere reaction; it is a kind of social gesture.” The room buzzed with curiosity as he continued, gesturing toward the crowd. “Why does the stumbling figure amuse us? It is not the fall but the incongruity—man reduced to mechanism, life losing its grace.” A sharp voice from the corner replied, “But does that not make laughter cruel?” Smiling, the philosopher countered, “Ah, but is it not also the gentle corrective of the group to the individual?”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSynopsis:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLaughter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e follows Bergson's exploration into the profound and often overlooked phenomenon of comedy, analyzing its roots in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esocial interaction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eintellectual observation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eemotional detachment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Through witty examples and sharp insights, he reveals how humor serves as a subtle yet potent force for societal reflection and cohesion. This \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003etimeless philosophy book\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e invites readers to consider laughter not just as entertainment, but as a transformative lens through which to view the human condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Author:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHenri Bergson (1859–1941) was a celebrated French philosopher whose works often explored the interplay between time, intuition, and the human experience. His major works include \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreative Evolution\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTime and Free Will\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Renowned for his ability to bridge philosophical theory with everyday life, Bergson’s influence extends beyond philosophy into literature, psychology, and art.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books Prime","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45912899911871,"sku":"b1339fe2-54ae-42cb-9a14-c9a74c8b1b85","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/7550\/7647\/files\/5d2a088bae9a9174bf416029f20c37dd.jpg?v=1785033835","url":"https:\/\/books-prime.com\/products\/laughter-an-essay-on-the-meaning-of-the-comic","provider":"Books Prime","version":"1.0","type":"link"}