American Humor: The Lost Algonquin Round Table

Instructor: Jerry Curtin

Step back into the lively world of 1920s and 1930s and explore the vibrant tradition of American humor with a central focus on the Algonquin Round Table, its members, and their profound influence on the comedic landscape of the 1920s and 1930s. Through close reading of The Lost Algonquin Round Table and supplemental texts, students will trace the evolution of American humor, analyze key figures and works, and investigate the Round Table’s enduring impact on later generations. The course combines historical context, literary analysis, and seminar discussions. Includes book.

About Jerry Curtin

Jerry Curtin is a 33-year resident of Laguna Beach, and is honored to be a member of the Laguna Beach Seniors board of directors. A lifelong student of Spanish and English, Jerry’s B.A. was in Spanish and American History. After several years of working and teaching high school English, Jerry went back to law school, and slogged through the field of corporate law for 27 years until recently-retiring. He’s very much looking forward to offering a class that provides a good foundation in real-world Spanish – and having some fun while we’re doing it!

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