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Book Synopsis: Few people associate law books with humor. Yet the legal world--in particular the American legal system--is itself frequently funny. Indeed, jokes about the profession are staples of American comedy. And there is actually humor within the world of law too: both lawyers and judges occasionally strive to be funny to deal with the drudgery of their duties. Just as importantly, though, our legal system is a strong regulator of humor. It encourages some types of humor while muzzling or punishing others. In a sense, law and humor engage a two-way feedback loop: humor provides the raw material for legal regulation and legal regulation inspires humor.
In Guilty Pleasures, legal scholar Laura Little provides a multi-faceted account of American law and humor, looking at constraints on humor (and humor's effect on law), humor about law, and humor in law. In addition to interspersing amusing episodes from the legal world throughout the book, the book contains 75 New Yorker cartoons about lawyers and a preface by Bob Mankoff, the cartoon editor for the New Yorker.
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Looking for a book that combines comedy and law? Look no further than "Guilty Pleasures: Comedy and Law in America." This engaging and entertaining book explores the humorous side of the American legal system, a topic rarely associated with comedic relief. Author Laura Little, a renowned legal scholar, delves into the interplay between law and humor, revealing how humor both inspires and regulates our legal system. With amusing anecdotes and 75 hilarious New Yorker cartoons, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the legal world.
Discover how lawyers and judges use humor to cope with the monotony of their responsibilities while also unearthing the ways in which humor is restricted and policed within the legal field. By shedding light on this fascinating two-way relationship between law and humor, "Guilty Pleasures" offers a fresh and insightful perspective on American law and its often-overlooked comedic side.
Bob Mankoff, the cartoon editor for the New Yorker, sets the tone with a witty preface, setting the stage for an entertaining and thought-provoking read. You'll find yourself laughing out loud at the humor-filled episodes from the legal world scattered throughout the book, making for an enjoyable and enlightening experience.
If you're tired of dry and dull legal texts, "Guilty Pleasures: Comedy and Law in America" is the perfect antidote. Order your copy today and immerse yourself in the delightful fusion of humor and law!
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