This work traces the origins and evolution of the concept of
humor in psychology from ancient to modern times with an emphasis
on an experimental/empirical approach to the understanding of humor
and sense of humor. In addition to more than 3,000 important
citations and references pertaining to the history, theories, and
definitions of the concept of humor, this reference guide contains
more than 380 recent (post-1970) annotated entries on the
psychology of humor in its bibliographic section.
The book describes various psychological, nonpsychological, and
philosophical theories and definitions of humor, and focuses on the
methodological concerns of psychologists regarding the scientific
investigation of humor. The bibliography is organized under 10
categories, including Bibliographies and Literature Reviews of
Humor, Cognition and Humor, Methodology and Measurement of Humor,
and Social Aspects of Humor.
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