Writing Humor
Mary Ann Rishel
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Writing Humor
Published
April 1, 2002
Publisher
Wayne State Univ Pr
Pages
329
ISBN-13
9780814329603
ISBN-10
0814329608
Description
Providing both theory and praxis, this insightful and creative textbook explains how to write humor, comedy, satire, parody, nonsense, and both the literary and the joke monologue. Through its close analyses of short stories, sketches, essays, and scripts, it is a must-read for serious and not-so-serious writers of every genre. Guiding aspiring writers through the many techniques for creating humor, it illustrates and analyzes what works and what doesn't, suggests ways to energize passages that fall flat, and offers insights into brainstorming, team writing, and revision. This book includes the history and cultural background of each major genre, followed by a rich array of writing exercises. Readers will find an inventive selection of examples to learn from, including a script from M*A*S*H and pieces by such humorists as Woody Allen, Ogden Nash, and Art Buchwald-and by students as well.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Writing Humor?
This edition of Writing Humor has approximately 329 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 Writing Humor?
For most readers, Writing Humor typically takes between 6h 51m and 4h 34m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 82,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 5h 29m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 11 days • Estimated word count: 82,250 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 Writing Humor?
The estimated word count for Writing Humor is approximately 82,250 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 Writing Humor?
Writing Humor was written by Mary Ann Rishel.
When was Writing Humor published?
The publication date for this specific edition is April 1, 2002. The original work may have been published on a different date.