#1159
Mentioned in 41 episodes
Infinite jest
wit and humor in Italian Renaissance art
Book • 1978
In this book, Paul Barolsky examines the role of wit and humor in Italian Renaissance art, providing insights into the artistic and cultural context of the period.
The work delves into how artists of the Renaissance used humor and wit in their creations, reflecting the broader cultural and social attitudes of the time.
The work delves into how artists of the Renaissance used humor and wit in their creations, reflecting the broader cultural and social attitudes of the time.
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Mentioned in 41 episodes
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Nat Eliason as a major influence on his writing style, particularly in conveying emotions.
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Mark Manson as an author whose novel, Infinite Jest, explores the potential consequences of highly addictive entertainment.
Mark Manson as an author whose novel, Infinite Jest, explores the potential consequences of highly addictive entertainment.
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Mentioned by Michael Schur , describing his fascination with the author and his attempt to adapt 'Infinite Jest' into a miniseries.
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Mentioned by Stuart Knechtle in relation to David Foster Wallace's views on worship and the consequences of worshipping finite things.
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Chuck Bryan in a discussion about prescriptivists and descriptivists in linguistics.
Josh Clark and Chuck Bryan in a discussion about prescriptivists and descriptivists in linguistics.
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Mentioned by Tucker Peck to illustrate the idea that profound truths are often expressed through simple cliches.
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Rick Dufer in relazione a possibili connessioni con il pensiero di Baudrillard, in particolare nel suo romanzo "Infinite Jest".
Rick Dufer in relazione a possibili connessioni con il pensiero di Baudrillard, in particolare nel suo romanzo "Infinite Jest".
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Mentioned by Troy Young , referencing an interview where Wallace discussed the unique immersive qualities of books.
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Getting Chegged
