Laughter in the Living Room

Laughter in the Living Room
Author: Michael Tueth
Publisher: Peter Lang
Total Pages: 260
Release: 2005
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780820468457

For more than fifty years some very funny people have been entering American homes through television's big picture window. From Lucy and Uncle Miltie, to Archie Bunker and Marge Simpson, certain comic stars of television history have become not just cultural icons, but friends of the family. This comprehensive study of the most successful television comedies - including domestic sitcoms, workplace comedies, variety shows, late-night comedy, animated comedy, and more - reveals that, unlike the comedy found in film, on stage, in comedy clubs and concert halls, television's presentation of comic characters and stories must negotiate a relationship with the more privatized and value-laden environment of each American home that it enters.

God Loves Laughter

God Loves Laughter
Author: William Sears
Publisher: Oxford : G. Ronald, 1960, 1974 printing.
Total Pages: 181
Release: 1960
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 9780853980193

Hilarious autobiography of an American television star who found the answer to his boyhood dream.

Popular Culture and Everyday Life

Popular Culture and Everyday Life
Author: Professor Toby Miller
Publisher: SAGE
Total Pages: 244
Release: 1998-09-10
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 9781446234396

Thisbroad-ranging survey of social and cultural theory issues an audacious challenge to contemporary cultural studies' emphasis on speculation, rather than observation. Toby Miller and Alec McHoul invite the reader to question their participation in both dominant and subcultural practices by providing perspectives on the everyday through ethnography, textual reading, discourse analysis and political economy. Following a summary of key ideas on an everyday practice, such as eating' or talking', each chapter considers the discourses that construct these practices, and concludes with one or more empirical investigations, opening up the possibility of a significant departure in cultural studies. The book ends with an excellent glossary of cultural studies terms.

The Second Life

The Second Life
Author: Farah Sepanlou
Publisher: Farah Sepanlou
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2024-05-01
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

In "The Second Life," readers are introduced to the poignant journey of Jack, a 70-year-old widower grappling with the twilight of his life in solitude. His once vibrant existence has dimmed following the loss of his beloved wife, leaving him dependent on others for care. Recognizing their father's declining state, Jack's children decide to hire a nurse to ensure his comfort and companionship during his final years. Enter Sara, a 20-year-old with a past shadowed by loss but illuminated by resilience. Having been orphaned at a young age and raised by her aunt in modest circumstances, Sara is determined to ...

Book One

Book One
Author: Daniel M. Ross
Publisher: Infinit
Total Pages: 346
Release: 2023-07-06
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

A NEW SAGA BEGINS. BABYLON, 2171. As the fabric of time begins to unravel, the man responsible must wrestle his darkest demons in order to thread the world back together again.

To Protect and Serve with Laughter

To Protect and Serve with Laughter
Author: Lt. Donald G. Hartenstine (ret)
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
Total Pages: 127
Release: 2006-11
Genre: Humor
ISBN: 1425725457

These short stories are based on actual events. The stories were developed from experiences, interviews, and observations of the men and women of law enforcement. It must be noted that every story of humor, thousands of events occur daily in law enforcement that are serious. Many dangers and dilemmas exist in the every day lives of our police officers. This book was written to promote as well as inspire humor, which I think all of us as human beings posses. With all the seriousness, trials and tribulations life's journey brings, it is my belief that if we can find it within us to laugh at others and ourselves, our burdens can truly be lightened. In turn, our lives can be more tolerable, meaningful and enjoyable. We must not take ourselves too seriously, but we must not allow humor to be harmful to others. These stories are another side of police work that some may not be totally aware of. It is my hope they will give you a chuckle and offer a better understanding and appreciation of the human side of our dedicated police officers.

Virtual Girlfriend

Virtual Girlfriend
Author: Sujeet Pandey
Publisher: Notion Press
Total Pages: 167
Release: 2024-09-12
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

Kunal Sharma’s life is a constant juggle between his demanding career in Bangalore and the nostalgic pull of his hometown, Mumbai. Returning home for Diwali, Kunal is swept into the warmth and festivity of family and old memories. Yet, amid the celebrations, he finds himself lost in the memories of Sakshi, the girl whose presence lingers in his heart. Their connection, which was deeply rooted in emotional closeness, continues to shape Kunal's present. Despite the distance and years apart, Kunal keeps Sakshi alive in his thoughts, maintaining a virtual relationship that brings both comfort and heartache. “Virtual Girlfriend” delves into Kunal's journey of navigating his professional ambitions and personal reflections. Through the intensity of basketball games and the emotional tides of young love, this story explores the delicate balance between holding on and letting go. Can Kunal reconcile his cherished memories with the need to move forward, or will his heart remain tethered to a love that exists only in his mind?

Laughter Heals

Laughter Heals
Author: Ms. Dorothy A. Dukes
Publisher: Lulu.com
Total Pages: 194
Release: 2011-11-23
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 1105277135

The last days with my father was so important to me. The death of my father brought sorrow to the family. The book will give details of the days after the news of his death and there after till the day of the funeral.