Conversational joking
Neal R. Norrick
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Conversational joking
Published
1993
Publisher
Indiana University Press
Pages
175
ISBN-10
0253341116
Description
This book investigates these and other forms of humor that enliven everyday conversation, examining the ways humor helps us break the ice, fill awkward silences, smooth the way for requests, and build group solidarity. Norrick demonstrates that an account of joking is a necessary part of any complete description of conversation. At the same time, he shows that conversation is the natural home of many forms of humor. We can understand these only if we can explain why and how they are used in everyday talk. Norrick's close study of joking provides new insights into both verbal humor and the nature of conversation. Conversational Joking builds on recent developments in discourse analysis and linguistic pragmatics, and on current work in the study of humor, narrative, and social interaction. It provides a coherent perspective on conversational joking and makes a major contribution to our understanding of humor, conversation, and face-to-face interaction. -- from http://www.barnesandnoble.com (June 16, 2014).
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How many pages are in Conversational joking?
This edition of Conversational joking has approximately 175 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Conversational joking?
For most readers, Conversational joking typically takes between 3h 39m and 2h 26m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 43,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 55m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 6 days • Estimated word count: 43,750 words
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What is the word count of Conversational joking?
The estimated word count for Conversational joking is approximately 43,750 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
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Who is the author of Conversational joking?
Conversational joking was written by Neal R. Norrick.
When was Conversational joking published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1993. The original work may have been published on a different date.