Tragedy plus time equals comedy.

Steve Allen

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Topic

Comedy Humor

Author

Steve Allen

Source

Cosmopolitan

Medium

Magazine

Statement Type

Definition

Language

English

Time

1957 1950s 20th century

Occupation

TV personality

From

United States

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Citation

Allen, Steve. "Steve Allen's Almanac." Cosmopolitan Magazine, Feb. 1957.

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Topic
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Charlie Parker
Source
Hear Me Talkin' to Ya
Genre
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Language
English
Time
1955 1950s 20th century
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Citation

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Author

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Source
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Medium
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Genre
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Statement Type
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Language
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Time
1956 1950s 20th century
Authentication Score 3
Citation

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