This thesis serves to classify Black Humor as a philosophy, which holds that the world is meaningless and absurd, and as a literary technique. Historical origins are discussed and the idea is related to a reflection of the middle-class syndrome of twentieth century man. Close philosophical and literary relatives are presented and a pure work isn't defined. Black Humor literary characteristics are described in terms of style, theme, plot, setting, chronology, and characteristic ending. Black Humor characters are classified as "non-heroes" divided into four categories. Prevalent use and treatment of traditional forbidden subjects of sex, defecation, money, violence, emotionlessness, religion, death, and "illogical" logic are stressed. In summary, Cat's Cradle is examined in light of the Black Humor characteristics described and found to be other than a pure Black Humor work.
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:unt.edu/info:ark/67531/metadc663755 |
| Date | 05 1900 |
| Creators | Tyler, Alice Carol |
| Contributors | Baird, James Lee, 1941-, Coomes, Edward John, Jr., Stevens, L. Robert |
| Publisher | North Texas State University |
| Source Sets | University of North Texas |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Thesis or Dissertation |
| Format | i, 113 leaves, Text |
| Rights | Public, Tyler, Alice Carol, Copyright, Copyright is held by the author, unless otherwise noted. All rights |
Page generated in 0.0015 seconds