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As the common saying states, â€Å"a laugh has no accent†. Laughter from sincere humor is one of humanity’s greatest medicine. Its origin is as ancient as human gestures, and has transformed how one looks at the world. For example, ancient writers used this device to criticize societal norms. During Medieval Times, jokers made a profession out of this human characteristic. Humor survived up until modern times and is present in academia. A field that explores the manners in which humor makes an interesting presence is Anthropology. The focus of this paper will be based on cultural anthropology; specifically within the sector of art and entertainment; within the sub-sectors of humor, political experiences, and sincerity. Ethnography is a very broad focus that can be looked upon in many ways. The ultimate goal that ethnographers try to achieve by utilizing these methods is to come to an understanding of humanity. However, ethnographic studies are a means of subjective repo rting with intent of being as objective as possible to avoid biases. By analyzing JL Jackson Jr.’s â€Å"On Ethnographic Sincerity†, and Erve Chambers’, â€Å"Thalia s Revenge: Ethnography and Theory of Comedy†, there are many uncanny parallels that can be compared as it pertains to the definition of ethnography. While there are many opposing philosophies from both anthropologists, their views intertwine when they discuss the concepts of irony and comedy, the politicizing of experience, and sincerity in the field. InShow MoreRelatedThe Social History Of Medicine855 Words   |  4 Pagesarticles that are profoundly insistent upon the importance of ‘history from below’ in developing and constituting understandings of health and medicine. 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