Style and Emotion in Comic Novels and Short Stories

Author:   Dr Agnes Marszalek
Publisher:   Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
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9781350054585


Pages:   184
Publication Date:   19 March 2020
Format:   Hardback
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Author:   Dr Agnes Marszalek
Publisher:   Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Imprint:   Bloomsbury Academic
Weight:   0.358kg
ISBN:  

9781350054585


ISBN 10:   1350054585
Pages:   184
Publication Date:   19 March 2020
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand   Availability explained
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Table of Contents

1 Introduction 2 Narrative Worlds, Literary Emotion and Humorous Discourse 3 Experiencing Modes and Moods 4 Engaging with Characters 5 Reacting to Story Structures 6 Conclusion

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Style and Emotion in Comic Novels and Short Stories expertly contributes to knowledge by shedding light on how language triggers readers’ reaction to humour in comic narratives. The systematic and versatile approach combined with the variety of examples makes this monograph accessible to students or anyone interested in the stylistics of humour. * LINGUIST List * Marszalek’s study of the linguistics and experience of humour in literature is both enjoyable and richly explanatory. Drawing on our best current understanding of language and mind, this book sets out the narrative techniques by which a reader can become immersed in a fictional comic world. It will become essential reading for students and researchers of literary humour. * Professor Peter Stockwell, Chair in Literary Linguistics, University of Nottingham, United Kingdom * This book examines the affective experience of reading humorous fiction, arguing that language and style are central to an account of how comic narratives provoke emotional responses in readers. It offers not only a systematic stylistic analysis of a range of comic texts but also detailed discussion of readers’ responses to narrative comedy. As a result, Style and Emotion in Comic Novels and Short Stories is a major contribution to our understanding of the role of language in the creation of humour. It will be essential reading for anyone working in this area. * Dan McIntyre, Professor of English Language and Linguistics, University of Huddersfield, United Kingdom * Highly recommended to scholars from a wide range of disciplines (linguistics, literary studies, semiotics, narratology, cultural studies, media studies, to name but a few) interested in the overlap and fuzziness between comedy and tragedy, humor and seriousness. * Punctum: International Journal of Semiotics *


Marsazalek's study of the linguistics and experience of humour in literature is both enjoyable and richly explanatory. Drawing on our best current understanding of language and mind, this book sets out the narrative techniques by which a reader can become immersed in a fictional comic world. It will become essential reading for students and researchers of literary humour. * Professor Peter Stockwell, Chair in Literary Linguistics, University of Nottingham, United Kingdom *


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Agnes Marszalek teaches academic writing and research skills at Glasgow International College, UK.

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