Download or read book Encyclopedia of Humor Studies written by Salvatore Attardo and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Encyclopedia of Humor Studies explores the concept of humor in history and modern society in the United States and internationally. This works scope encompasses the humor of children, adults, and even nonhuman primates throughout the ages, from crude jokes and simple slapstick to sophisticated word play and ironic parody and satire.