Moral Dimensions of Humour: Essays on Humans, Heroes and Monsters
Keywords:
humour, political satire, morals, power structures, political activity, social norms, polarisation, digital media, social media, comics, caricatures, films, folklore, plays, marginalised groups, archetypes, stereotypiesSynopsis
This volume explores the concept of humour and its relationship with human behaviour. The interdisciplinary essays in this book cover a wide range of time, from the sixteenth century to the present day. They delve into various cultural contexts, challenging social norms and prompting readers to reflect on the ethical implications of humour. The collection highlights the varied metaphors of heroes and monsters in each case study, which are crucial to understanding the moral spectrum of human existence. These metaphors represent aspirational ideals and darker aspects of what it means to be human.
The book encourages readers to critically analyse the complexity of humorous objects and social practices in contexts like digital culture, mythical folklore, entertainment technology, or politics, recognising their interconnectedness with societal issues and emphasising that different settings might call for different interpretations.
Chapters
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Introduction to 'Moral Dimensions of Humour: Essays on Humans, Heroes and Monsters'
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Re-evaluating Comic Stereotypes – Dirty but Essential?
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Can Australian Cartoonists Monster the Gods of Asian Politics?
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Trump and the Heroes and Monsters of American Satire
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In Memes We Trust?Co-option of Democratisation of Graphic Political Satire
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The 'Monstrousness' of Mae West
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Synthetic LaughterTechnologies of Humour Mediation and the Moral Issues of the Laugh Box
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The Cheshire ClownJoker’s Infectious Laughter
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Japan's Folkloristic Monsters Spring for Human Morals
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ConclusionWhy humour? Why AI? And what is a sonic conclusion?
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May 6, 2024
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978-952-359-052-6
