The Language

Do You Speak Humor?

Is humor really a language, and, if so, is it truly universal?

September 12 1978 John Simon chas b slackman
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The Language
Do You Speak Humor?

Is humor really a language, and, if so, is it truly universal?

September 12 1978 John Simon chas b slackman

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