Fox genuinely seems to have zero historical sense of comedy ... What’s curious about this is that Seinfeld, his hero and central figure, has a sharp sense of comedy history, and has devoted himself to producing a documentary tribute to Abbott and Costello ... On the question of the 'magic that makes it work,' Fox has more interesting things to say, or, at least, to summarize.
Fox also explores contemporary issues in comedy, such as artificial intelligence, image-focused social media domination, political correctness, and a political landscape populated by celebrities. This book is more a journey through pop culture than it is a guide to craft, but comedy nerds will rejoice.
[A] smart and comprehensive survey of the world of modern comedy ... A knowledgeable and informative guide to the world of contemporary comedy, and its diverse practitioners and forms.
This book is like the work of a good comedian: inevitably hit or miss, but the best bits are comedy gold. A well-informed, appreciative assessment of the current state of comedy.
