How Long to Read The Linguistic Analysis of Jokes

How Long Does it Take to Read The Linguistic Analysis of Jokes?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 5 minutes to read The Linguistic Analysis of Jokes by Graeme D. Ritchie

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

This book starts from three observations. First, the use of humour is a complex, puzzling, and idiosyncratically human form of behaviour (and hence is of scientific interest). Second, there is currently no theory of how humour works. Third, one useful step towards a theory of humour is to analyze humorous items in precise detail, in order to understand their mechanisms. The author begins by considering how to study jokes rigorously: the assumptions to make, the guidelines to follow and the pitfalls to avoid. A critique of other work on humour is also provided. This introduces some important concepts, and also demonstrates the lack of agreement about what a theory of humour should look like. The language devices used in various jokes, such as puns or humour based on misinterpretation, are analysed in detail. The central part of the book develops, and demonstrates, proposals for how best to analyze the workings of simple jokes. Finally, the author makes some general suggestions about the language devices that seem to be central to the construction of jokes. The Linguistic Analysis of Jokes will be invaluable for researchers and advanced students of humour research, linguistics and cognitive science.

How long is The Linguistic Analysis of Jokes?

The Linguistic Analysis of Jokes by Graeme D. Ritchie is 243 pages long, and a total of 61,479 words.

This makes it 82% the length of the average book. It also has 75% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Linguistic Analysis of Jokes Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 35 minutes to read The Linguistic Analysis of Jokes aloud.

What Reading Level is The Linguistic Analysis of Jokes?

The Linguistic Analysis of Jokes is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

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