L'umorismo by Luigi Pirandello
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"L'umorismo" by Luigi Pirandello is a philosophical essay written in the early 20th century. The text delves into the concept of humor, elaborating on its nuances and exploring how it has been perceived differently over time and across cultures. Through a critical lens, the author engages with historical interpretations and definitions of humor, presenting an analysis of its complex relationship with irony and societal perceptions. The opening of "L'umorismo" introduces the reader
to the intricate etymology and shifting meanings of the term humor, with Pirandello referencing various literary figures and philosophers, such as Alessandro D’Ancona, to illustrate the historical context of humor in literature. He discusses the transformative effects of cultural perspectives on humor and emphasizes the difference between superficial perceptions and deeper philosophical understandings. Throughout this initial section, Pirandello sets the stage for a more profound inquiry into what constitutes true humor, its essence, and its societal role, signaling a thoughtful analysis that invites readers to reconsider their own interpretations of humor. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Pirandello, Luigi, 1867-1936 |
|---|---|
| Title | L'umorismo |
| Credits |
Produced by Barbara Magni and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 34.9 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | Italian |
| LoC Class | PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections |
| Subject | Wit and humor -- History and criticism |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 56958 |
| Release Date | Apr 10, 2018 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 512 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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