The Giants of Comedy: Sets 1 ? 2

Great comedians make us laugh and also make us think
about the world we live in. This series provides insightful, irreverent
biographies of some of the most talented and influential comedians working
today. Readers will learn how they became interested in making people laugh, the
steps they took to make a career out of comedy, and their influence on popular
culture and news. Each comedian's use of writing craft is highlighted, as is his
or her power as a social commentator who shapes the public's perception of the
news through satire.

• Timelines of each comedian's work

• Samples from
critical reviews

• Presents sophisticated comedy, which is the medium through
which teens view, interpret, experience, interrogate, and debate with the wider
world and society

• Sidebars and Further Information Sections encourage
further exploration