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Inside Jokes: Using Humor to ReverseEngineer the Mind,Used
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This evolutionary and cognitive theory of humor seeks to reveal the complex science behind why we crack up.A sophisticated analysis . . . written with clarity, good cheer, and, of course, wit. Steven Pinker, author of How The Mind WorksSome things are funnyjokes, puns, sitcoms, Charlie Chaplin, The Far Side, Malvolio with his yellow garters crossedbut why? Why does humor exist in the first place? Why do we spend so much of our time passing on amusing anecdotes, making wisecracks, watching The Simpsons?In Inside Jokes, Matthew Hurley, Daniel Dennett, and Reginald Adams offer an evolutionary and cognitive perspective. Humor, they propose, evolved out of a computational problem that arose when our longago ancestors were furnished with openended thinking. Mother Natureaka natural selectioncannot just order the brain to find and fix all our timepressured misleaps and nearmisses. She has to bribe the brain with pleasure. So we find them funny. This wiredin source of pleasure has been tickled relentlessly by humorists over the centuries, and we have become addicted to the endogenous mind candy that is humor.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Inside Jokes: Using Humor to Reverse-Engineer the Mind'? A: The main theme of the book revolves around the evolutionary and cognitive theory of humor, exploring why humor exists and how it has developed as a response to cognitive challenges faced by our ancestors.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Matthew Hurley, Daniel Dennett, and Reginald Adams.
- Q: What type of book is 'Inside Jokes'? A: 'Inside Jokes' is categorized under Self-Help & Psychology and is presented in a paperback format.
- Q: How many pages does 'Inside Jokes' have? A: 'Inside Jokes' contains a total of 359 pages.
- Q: When was 'Inside Jokes' published? A: 'Inside Jokes' was published on February 8, 2013.
- Q: Is this book a new or used copy? A: This product listing is for a new copy of 'Inside Jokes'.
- Q: What are some key features of 'Inside Jokes'? A: One key feature of 'Inside Jokes' is that it is a used book in good condition, and it offers a sophisticated analysis of humor written with clarity and wit.
- Q: What kind of insights can I expect from the book? A: Readers can expect insights into the cognitive processes behind humor and how it evolved, alongside an exploration of various forms of humor, including jokes and puns.
- Q: Is 'Inside Jokes' suitable for someone interested in psychology? A: Yes, 'Inside Jokes' is suitable for those interested in psychology, particularly in understanding the cognitive aspects of humor.
- Q: Does 'Inside Jokes' include any illustrations? A: 'Inside Jokes' is noted as an illustrated edition, which may include diagrams or visuals to complement the text.