Nonfiction Humor Books for Understanding the Global Impact of Comedy

1. "Making Comedy in the Digital Age: The Evolution of the Internet Comedy Industry" by David Craig: This book examines the ways in which the internet and digital technology have changed the comedy industry globally, including the emergence of new forms of comedy, the rise of online platforms, and the impact on the business of comedy.

2. "The Globalization of Comedy: A Cultural Perspective" by Milly Buonanno: This book explores the globalization of comedy and how it has been shaped by cultural influences, examining the ways in which comedy has been used to comment on and critique political and social issues in different parts of the world.

3. "Humor in Translation" by J.C. Catford: This book examines the challenges of translating humor across cultures, exploring the ways in which humor is shaped by cultural context and the difficulties in preserving its meaning and impact in translation.

4. "The Globalization of Chinese Comedy: Transnational Audiences and Media" by Ying Zhu: This book examines the globalization of Chinese comedy and how it has been shaped by transnational audiences and media, exploring the ways in which comedy has been used to comment on and critique political and social issues in China and abroad.

5. "Humor in Intercultural Communication" by Allan Jay Pease and Barbara Pease: This book examines the role of humor in intercultural communication, exploring the ways in which humor can be used to bridge cultural differences and build understanding and connection.