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19.14: A Close Reading on Voice- Epistolary Storytelling Through Voice

Writing Excuses

CHAPTER

Exploring Humor in Serious Situations

The chapter discusses the importance of humor as a coping mechanism and a reflection of personality traits in serious situations, using examples from a favorite episode of Deep Space Nine. It highlights how humor can add depth and complexity to narratives by balancing out tension and horror. Additionally, it showcases how characters use humor in epistolary storytelling to reveal character development and relationship dynamics.

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