This is achieved through the author's wit and good-natured humour in the face of misfortune.

Since there wasn't anything down here that was needed immediately, the others had given in to his demands with good-natured humor.

But the Jabberwocky controversy goes beyond the question of good-natured humor.

He looked about and saw how each face-even his father's-was filled with a tolerant, good-natured humor.

Jek measured up, and her good-natured humor eased the task.

His Excellency was determined to retain his mood of good-natured humor.

Scott's nonworldly approach to life was the subject of good-natured humor.

The good-natured humor was much appreciated, but it didn't last.

They could certainly use some of the good-natured humor that Barry gives to the much more likable folks in his comedies.

He spoke with a good-natured humor that kept the audience alert without diminishing the gravity of his message.