American Political Humor: Masters of Satire and Their Impact on U.S. Policy and Culture [2 volumes]

This two-volume set surveys the profound impact of political humor and satire on American culture and politics over the years, paying special attention to the explosion of political humor in Today’s wide-ranging and turbulent media environment. Documents the history of political humor in the United States in all of its many forms, with the bulk of coverage weighted toward contemporary political satire and satirists Covers writers, cartoonists, radio personalities, television and movie performers, and internet celebrities Profiles influential television programs, movies, and other forms of entertainment that have made their mark on American politics and culture Includes a chronology of eventsProduct details Publisher: ABC-CLIO (October 7, 2019) Publication Date: October 7, 2019