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Title: Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 100, February 21, 1891

Credits: Produced by Malcolm Farmer, William Flis, and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team.

Summary: "Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 100, February 21, 1891" is a collection of satirical articles and illustrations produced by various authors, emblematic of the British humor magazine "Punch," which was notable during the late 19th century. This publication contains a mix of humor, commentary, and whimsical illustrations reflecting society, politics, and culture of the Victorian era. The likely topic encompasses satire and parody on contemporary issues, contributing to the discussions of the time through wit and humor. The content of this volume features a variety of humorous sketches and poems, including a whimsical fictional story titled "Through Space on a Formula," where characters embark on an absurd journey through space in an iceberg, encountering scientific folly and outrageous challenges. Other pieces critique various social conditions, such as the impact of electric lighting on crime, a lyrical commentary on tobacco usage by Tolstoy, and playful jabs at public figures and issues of the day. Each contribution encapsulates the charm of Victorian satire, using irony and humor to provide insights into the society of the time, serving both as entertainment and social commentary. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Reading Level: Reading ease score: 74.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Author: Various

EBook No.: 13253

Published: Aug 22, 2004

Downloads: 150

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, February 21, 1891

Credits: Produced by Malcolm Farmer, William Flis, and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team.

Summary: "Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 100, February 21, 1891" is a collection of satirical articles and illustrations produced by various authors, emblematic of the British humor magazine "Punch," which was notable during the late 19th century. This publication contains a mix of humor, commentary, and whimsical illustrations reflecting society, politics, and culture of the Victorian era. The likely topic encompasses satire and parody on contemporary issues, contributing to the discussions of the time through wit and humor. The content of this volume features a variety of humorous sketches and poems, including a whimsical fictional story titled "Through Space on a Formula," where characters embark on an absurd journey through space in an iceberg, encountering scientific folly and outrageous challenges. Other pieces critique various social conditions, such as the impact of electric lighting on crime, a lyrical commentary on tobacco usage by Tolstoy, and playful jabs at public figures and issues of the day. Each contribution encapsulates the charm of Victorian satire, using irony and humor to provide insights into the society of the time, serving both as entertainment and social commentary. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Reading Level: Reading ease score: 74.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Author: Various

EBook No.: 13253

Published: Aug 22, 2004

Downloads: 150

Language: English

Subject: English wit and humor -- Periodicals

LoCC: General Works: Periodicals

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.