The funny parts a history of film comedy routines and gags /

"Classic comedy routines and individual gags have been around for hundreds of years; the best of these making their way through theater, circus, film and television, surviving to present day. As these timeless comedy gems are traced to their beginnings and followed through the years, readers ar...

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Main Author: Balducci, Anthony, 1958-
Corporate Author: ebrary, Inc
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland & Co., c2012.
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Online Access:An electronic book accessible through the World Wide Web; click to view
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Summary:"Classic comedy routines and individual gags have been around for hundreds of years; the best of these making their way through theater, circus, film and television, surviving to present day. As these timeless comedy gems are traced to their beginnings and followed through the years, readers are taken on a mirthful journey from Keystone to Zombieland"--Provided by publisher.
Physical Description:vi, 310 p. : ill.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.