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A scientific exploration of laughter reveals that the practice is largely a function of social relationships and discovers the truth about tickling, among other related topics.
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From a ten-year ethnological study of laughter that retains some levity, Provine (psychology and neuroscience, U. of Maryland-Baltimore) proceeds from philosophical, theoretical, and natural history perspectives to paleohumorology, brain physiology, abnormal and healthy laughter. Includes tips for increasing laughter. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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