Africa: The Magic of Laughter, Art of Satire

Africa: The Magic of Laughter, Art of Satire

Laughing or seeing the funny side of life is likely a unique gift of human beings. Laughter sounds magical. How do we laugh, and why? Is there a purpose in laughing? Science shows that animals also laugh, but their laughter may not be as conscious, delightful, or healing as human laughter. It is probable that animals don't laugh consciously but fulfill a biological need. At least sixty-five animal species are said to possess the ability to laugh…