This book explores how humorous depictions of the Great War helped to familiarise, domesticate and tame the conflict. In contrast to the well-known First World

War is no laughing matter. During a war, however, laughter can play a vital role in sustaining morale, both in the armies at the Front and in their homelands. A

The First World War largely directed the course of the twentieth century. Fought on three continents, the war saw 14 million killed and 34 million wounded. Its

The First World War has given rise to a multifaceted cultural production like no other historical event. This handbook surveys British literature and film about

This book skilfully combines cutting-edge historical research by leading and emerging researchers in the field to investigate the utilization of British humour