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Title: Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 99, July 12, 1890
Credits: E-text prepared by Malcolm Farmer, William Flis, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 99, July 12, 1890" by Various is a periodical publication consisting of humorous articles and illustrations that satirize contemporary society and politics in late 19th-century Britain. This collection captures the essence of the Victorian era with its keen sense of humor and social commentary, reflecting the cultural events and societal norms of that time. The book features a variety of sketches, poems, and dialogues that critique everything from military exhibitions to social customs. The contents of this volume are a montage of witty observations and caricatures, illustrating the absurdities of both the upper and lower classes. Readers are introduced to comedic scenes at a military exhibition, where misunderstandings and humorous exchanges occur among attendees. The magazine features commentary on various aspects of British life, including critiques of the Salvation Army, humorous takes on transportation and public services, and dramatic performances, illuminating the blend of satire, parody, and social criticism that defines "Punch". Through its lively anecdotes and rhymes, the publication engages with topical issues, revealing the humor, frustrations, and quirks of society during that remarkable period. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 72.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Various
EBook No.: 11907
Published: Apr 1, 2004
Downloads: 199
Language: English
Subject: English wit and humor -- Periodicals
LoCC: General Works: Periodicals
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 99, July 12, 1890
Credits: E-text prepared by Malcolm Farmer, William Flis, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 99, July 12, 1890" by Various is a periodical publication consisting of humorous articles and illustrations that satirize contemporary society and politics in late 19th-century Britain. This collection captures the essence of the Victorian era with its keen sense of humor and social commentary, reflecting the cultural events and societal norms of that time. The book features a variety of sketches, poems, and dialogues that critique everything from military exhibitions to social customs. The contents of this volume are a montage of witty observations and caricatures, illustrating the absurdities of both the upper and lower classes. Readers are introduced to comedic scenes at a military exhibition, where misunderstandings and humorous exchanges occur among attendees. The magazine features commentary on various aspects of British life, including critiques of the Salvation Army, humorous takes on transportation and public services, and dramatic performances, illuminating the blend of satire, parody, and social criticism that defines "Punch". Through its lively anecdotes and rhymes, the publication engages with topical issues, revealing the humor, frustrations, and quirks of society during that remarkable period. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 72.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Various
EBook No.: 11907
Published: Apr 1, 2004
Downloads: 199
Language: English
Subject: English wit and humor -- Periodicals
LoCC: General Works: Periodicals
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.