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Title: Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 100, March 14, 1891
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Produced by Malcolm Farmer, William Flis, and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team.
Summary: "Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 100, March 14, 1891" is a humorous and satirical collection of articles and illustrations created by various authors during the late 19th century. The book serves as a compendium of social commentary, poking fun at contemporary societal norms, politics, and literary trends in Victorian England. Its likely topics include critiques of public figures, absurdities of daily life, and humorous takes on politics and culture, capturing the spirit of the era with wit and satire. The content of this volume reflects the typical format of Punch magazine, which features a blend of prose, poetry, and illustrations. Notable sections include a fictional account of a biographer seeking material on local notables, playful critiques of playwrights and authors, and clever parodies related to contemporary issues such as betting legislation and social reforms. The tone is light-hearted and ironic, aiming to entertain while simultaneously providing sharp insights into the follies and pretensions of society. The various pieces work together to create a vibrant snapshot of the cultural milieu of the time, engaging readers with both laughter and reflection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 72.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Various
EBook No.: 13186
Published: Aug 15, 2004
Downloads: 216
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 100, March 14, 1891
Credits:
Produced by Malcolm Farmer, William Flis, and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team.
Summary: "Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 100, March 14, 1891" is a humorous and satirical collection of articles and illustrations created by various authors during the late 19th century. The book serves as a compendium of social commentary, poking fun at contemporary societal norms, politics, and literary trends in Victorian England. Its likely topics include critiques of public figures, absurdities of daily life, and humorous takes on politics and culture, capturing the spirit of the era with wit and satire. The content of this volume reflects the typical format of Punch magazine, which features a blend of prose, poetry, and illustrations. Notable sections include a fictional account of a biographer seeking material on local notables, playful critiques of playwrights and authors, and clever parodies related to contemporary issues such as betting legislation and social reforms. The tone is light-hearted and ironic, aiming to entertain while simultaneously providing sharp insights into the follies and pretensions of society. The various pieces work together to create a vibrant snapshot of the cultural milieu of the time, engaging readers with both laughter and reflection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 72.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Various
EBook No.: 13186
Published: Aug 15, 2004
Downloads: 216
Language: English
Subject: English wit and humor -- Periodicals
LoCC: General Works: Periodicals
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.