Bernat Castany explores humor's power to equalize in 'Una filosofía de la risa'
Philosopher Bernat Castany (Barcelona, 1977) publishes 'Una filosofía de la risa' (Anagrama, 2026), examining humor's ability to break hierarchies and unite people. Following his previous essay on fear, Castany now investigates comedy's role in achieving a 'good life,' distinguishing between joyful laughter that acknowledges shared vulnerability and harmful laughter that inhibits and attacks. The work is grounded in humanist and Enlightenment traditions, balancing rigor with playfulness.
Key facts
- Bernat Castany is a philosopher born in Barcelona in 1977.
- His new book is titled 'Una filosofía de la risa'.
- The book is published by Anagrama in 2026.
- Castany previously wrote 'Una filosofía del miedo'.
- The essay explores different forms of humor and their effects.
- Castany argues humor breaks hierarchies and equalizes people.
- He distinguishes between joyful and harmful laughter.
- The work draws on humanist and Enlightenment traditions.
Entities
Artists
- Bernat Castany
Institutions
- Anagrama
Locations
- Barcelona
- Spain