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Simon & Schuster 1994 Hardcover Good Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Simon & Schuster 1994 Hardcover Fair Former library book; Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Simon & Schuster 1994 Hard cover Good The book may have minor cosmetic wear (i.e. creased spine/cover, scratches, curled corners, folded pages, minor sunburn, minor water damage, minor bent). The book may have some highlights/notes/underlined pages-Accessories such as CD, codes, toys, may not be included-Safe and Secure Mailer-No Hassle Return.

Simon & Schuster 1994 Hard cover Fair The item is very worn but continues to work perfectly. Signs of wear can include aesthetic issues such as scratches, dents, worn and creased covers, folded page corners and minor liquid stains. All pages and the cover are intact, but the dust cover may be missing. Pages may include moderate to heavy amount of notes and highlighting, but the text is not obscured or unreadable. Page edges may have foxing (age related spots and browning). May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.

ISBN10: 0671689827, ISBN13: 9780671689827, [publisher: Simon & Schuster] Hardcover Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 1.85
[AUSTELL, GA, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1995]

Simon & Schuster, Date: 1995. Hardcover. Good. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed. 1995. Simon & Schuster ISBN 0671689827 9780671689827 [US]

UsedAcceptable. The item is very worn but continues to work perfectly. Signs of wear can include aesthetic issues such as scratches, dents, worn and creased covers, folded page corners and minor liquid stains. All pages and the cover are intact, but the dust cover may be missing. Pages may include moderate to heavy amount of notes and highlighting, but the text is not obscured or unreadable. Page edges may have foxing (age related spots and browning). May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials. ISBN 0671689827 9780671689827 [US]

ISBN10: 0671689827, ISBN13: 9780671689827, [publisher: Simon & Schuster] Hardcover Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages.
[Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1995]

New York: Simon & Schuster, Date: 1994. First Printing. . Hardcover. Very Good/Good Dust Jacket. Dust jacket has a strip about 1/4" missing from lower rear otherwise near fine. 652pp. Notes. Biblio. Index. Photos. Book is near fine. Size: Large 8vo 1994. Simon & Schuster ISBN 0671689827 9780671689827 [US]

Simon & Schuster 1995 Hardcover Very good Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!

ISBN10: 0671689827, ISBN13: 9780671689827, [publisher: Simon & Schuster, New York] Hardcover First Edition The bindings are tight and square. Text clean, light even toning. Moderate shelf handling wear. The top and front of the text-block has age-spotting. 9.5 inches tall; 652 pages with Chapter Notes, Bibliography and Index. Watkins presents a comprehensive exploration of African American humor, asserting its role in reflecting, mocking, and humanizing the core of American society. With a wealth of research and drawing on his experience as a former New York Times editor, he delves into various facets of black comedy, from its roots in African oral traditions to its portrayal in mainstream media and within the black community. Watkins examines the evolution of humor, touching on themes such as the origins of slave wordplay, the minstrel tradition, Hollywood's depiction of African Americans in silent films, and the controversies surrounding shows like Amos 'n' Andy. Overall, his meticulously researched work offers a valuable addition to the cultural history of African American humor.
[DeLand, FL, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1995]
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New York: Simon & Schuster, Date: 1995. First Edition, First Printing. Hardcover with Dust Jacket. Very Good/Near Fine. The bindings are tight and square. Text clean, light even toning. Moderate shelf handling wear. The top and front of the text-block has age-spotting. 9.5 inches tall; 652 pages with Chapter Notes, Bibliography and Index.. Watkins presents a comprehensive exploration of African American humor, asserting its role in reflecting, mocking, and humanizing the core of American society. With a wealth of research and drawing on his experience as a former New York Times editor, he delves into various facets of black comedy, from its roots in African oral traditions to its portrayal in mainstream media and within the black community. Watkins examines the evolution of humor, touching on themes such as the origins of slave wordplay, the minstrel tradition, Hollywood's depiction of African Americans in silent films, and the controversies surrounding shows like Amos 'n' Andy. Overall, his meticulously researched work offers a valuable addition to the cultural history of African American humor. 1995. Simon & Schuster ISBN 0671689827 9780671689827 [US]

ISBN10: 0671689827, ISBN13: 9780671689827, [publisher: Simon & Schuster, NY] Hardcover First Edition Frontis. Illustrations. End Notes. Bibliography. Index. 652pp. Black cloth spine with metallic red title and mustard paper over boards. Pictorial Dust Jacket. Humor. Rm. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall
[Englewood, NJ, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1994]

Simon & Schuster, Date: 1995-01-01. Hardcover. Used:Good. 1995. Simon & Schuster ISBN 0671689827 9780671689827 [US]

ISBN10: 0671689827, ISBN13: 9780671689827, [publisher: Simon & Schuster, NY] Hardcover First Edition Frontis. Illustrations. End Notes. Bibliography. Index. 652pp. Black cloth spine with metallic red title and mustard paper over boards. Pictorial Dust Jacket. Humor. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall
[Englewood, NJ, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1994]

ISBN10: 0671689827, ISBN13: 9780671689827, [publisher: Simon & Schuster] Hardcover Very Good Copy. Customer Service Guaranteed
[Denver, CO, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1995]

ISBN10: 0671689827, ISBN13: 9780671689827, [publisher: Simon Schuster] Hardcover Gently used book with ongoing seller support until you're fully satisfied with your purchase.
[Del Rio, TN, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1995]

ISBN10: 0671689827, ISBN13: 9780671689827, [publisher: Simon & Schuster] Hardcover Book is in Used-LikeNew condition. Pages and cover are clean and intact. Used items may not include supplementary materials such as CDs or access codes. May show signs of minor shelf wear. 2.29
[Hawthorne, CA, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1995]

ISBN10: 0671689827, ISBN13: 9780671689827, [publisher: Simon & Schuster] Hardcover Buy with confidence! Book is in new, never-used condition 2.29
[Amherst, NY, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1995]

ISBN10: 0671689827, ISBN13: 9780671689827, [publisher: Simon & Schuster] Hardcover New Copy. Customer Service Guaranteed
[Denver, CO, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1995]

ISBN10: 0671689827, ISBN13: 9780671689827, [publisher: Simon & Schuster] Hardcover First Edition Near Fine in a Near Fine jacket. 1st Printing.
[Omaha, NE, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1995]

hardcover. Good. Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. May be an ex-library book. ISBN 0671689827 9780671689827 [US]

Simon & Schuster 1995-01-01 Hardcover New Size: 100x32x152; New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title!

ISBN10: 0671689827, ISBN13: 9780671689827, [publisher: Simon & Schuster] Hardcover First Edition Book has light soiling on right edge of text block. Otherwise clean and complete. Jacket has a mild internal dampstain inside the rear bottom edge.
[Wellfleet, MA, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1995]

ISBN10: 0671689827, ISBN13: 9780671689827, [publisher: Simon & Schuster, New York] Hardcover Dust jacket has a strip about 1/4" missing from lower rear otherwise near fine. 652pp. Notes. Biblio. Index. Photos. Book is near fine. Size: Large 8vo
[Calumet, MI, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1994]