historical figure, North America, quotes, research
From an excellent study of Pueblo Indian clowns in North America, this is a beautiful and limpid summary of the role of clowns, as apparently bestowed by the gods. In addition to healing through laughter, there is the fact of free access and free expression –...
20th century, Americas, historical figure, North America, quotes, research
The court jester often has a certain closeness to the boss he serves, challenging them, criticizing them, but not normally getting them chucked out.Ritual clowns have some common elements with court jesters, although their role and licence is usually time-bound,...
