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A HALF-CENTURY OF HUMOR.(Review)

Publication: USA Today (Magazine)

Publication Date: 01-MAY-01

Author: ROTHENBERG, ROBERT S.
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COPYRIGHT 2001 Society for the Advancement of Education

Tastes change, and what was regarded as wildly entertaining years ago often may seem dated when viewed through a modern perspective. One thing remains steadfast through the ages, though, a mantra that can be chanted over and over with little dispute--funny is funny. As is readily apparent from the huge audiences nostalgia programs on cable networks generate, what made you laugh decades ago makes you laugh today, no matter how many times you see the same favorite scene. In fact, the anticipation of knowing what's coming frequently adds to...

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