Hokum!
Rob King
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Hokum!
by Rob King
Published
2017
Publisher
University of California Press
Pages
270
ISBN-13
9780520963160
Description
"Hokum! is the first book to take a comprehensive view of short-subject slapstick comedy in the early sound era. Challenging the received wisdom that sound destroyed the slapstick tradition, author Rob King explores the slapstick short's Depression-era development against a backdrop of changes in film industry practice, comedic tastes, and moviegoing culture. Each chapter is grounded in case studies of comedians and comic teams, including the Three Stooges, Laurel and Hardy, and Robert Benchley. The book also examines how the past legacy of silent-era slapstick was subsequently reimagined as part of a nostalgic mythology of Hollywood's youth"--Provided by publisher.
Subjects
Autobiography of a Yogi
Andy Warhol
Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance
Freakonomics
A short history of nearly everything
Authority and the Individual
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Hokum!?
This edition of Hokum! has approximately 270 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 Hokum!?
For most readers, Hokum! typically takes between 5h 38m and 3h 45m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 67,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 30m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 9 days • Estimated word count: 67,500 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Hokum!?
The estimated word count for Hokum! is approximately 67,500 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.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Hokum!?
Hokum! was written by Rob King.
When was Hokum! published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2017. The original work may have been published on a different date.