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ISBN: 9781932416756 - Comedy by the Numbers
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Comedy by the Numbers

Eric Hoffmann

ISBN: 9781932416756
Format: Paperback
Publisher:McSweeney's Publishing


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Being funny is hard work: just ask Gary Rudoren and Eric Hoffman. Like many people…

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This book is perfect for people who are funny and for those who aren't funny (thus it is marketable to 100 percent of the population). As we all know, true creativity comes from simple formulas and the memorization of data. This new bible makes the secrets of comedy accessible, not only to those funny few among us, but also to those who might not have the ability or talent to be funny. One no longer need worry about originality -- just find the right comedy number and apply as needed... and then you're on your way to POPULARITYVILLE!(c) "Comedy by the Numbers" is a NEARLY comprehensive list of all comedy characters, bits, scenarios, sketches, skits, shtick, and much more. (We say "nearly" because we want to leave room for Volume 2.) Included are special hints, tips, and unboring comedy history. "Comedy" "by the Numbers" is the brainchild of Prof. Eric Hoffman (Mr. Show) and Dr. Gary Rudoren (Annoyance Theatre) -- AND features loads of comedy fun facts that you can memorize and use to impress people at parties!
 
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