Quote by G. K. Chesterton

The old idea that the joke was not good enough for the company has been superseded by the new aristocratic idea that the company was not worthy of the joke. They have introduced an almost insane individualism into that one form of intercourse which is specially and uproariously communal. They have made even levities into secrets. They have made laughter lonelier than tears.

The old idea that the joke was not good enough for the compa

Summary

This quote reflects on the shift in societal values surrounding humor. Traditionally, it was believed that if a joke was not deemed good enough, it didn't meet the standards of the group. However, a newer, more elitist perspective has emerged, suggesting that the group is not deserving of the joke's quality. This has resulted in an extreme focus on individuality and the privacy of comedic experiences. The quote argues that this trend has isolated laughter, making it a solitary and exclusive experience, contrasting it with the communal nature of laughter itself.

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By G. K. Chesterton

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