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Title: Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 101, August 22, 1891
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Produced by Malcolm Farmer, William Flis, and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team
Summary: "Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 101, August 22, 1891" is a collection of satirical writings and illustrations from the popular British magazine "Punch," known for its humor and social commentary during the late Victorian era. The book presents various short pieces that touch upon diverse topics, from the absurdities of travel and historical commentary to social issues and light-hearted poetry. This volume reflects the style and tone of late 19th-century British society, showcasing the blend of humor and critique characteristic of the time. This particular issue includes a series of humorous sketches involving characters such as Mr. Cyrus K. Trotter and his daughter, Miss Trotter, as they navigate their experiences while traveling from Braine l'Alleud to Waterloo. It features comic dialogues that illustrate the social customs and cultural misunderstandings of various characters, including a Belgian driver and an elderly Belgian guide. Additionally, the volume contains satirical poems addressing international relations and colonial attitudes. The playful tone and clever wit invite readers to both laugh and reflect on the society of the time, highlighting Punch's role as a mirror to Victorian culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 82.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Author: Various
EBook No.: 13502
Published: Sep 20, 2004
Downloads: 242
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 101, August 22, 1891
Credits:
Produced by Malcolm Farmer, William Flis, and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team
Summary: "Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 101, August 22, 1891" is a collection of satirical writings and illustrations from the popular British magazine "Punch," known for its humor and social commentary during the late Victorian era. The book presents various short pieces that touch upon diverse topics, from the absurdities of travel and historical commentary to social issues and light-hearted poetry. This volume reflects the style and tone of late 19th-century British society, showcasing the blend of humor and critique characteristic of the time. This particular issue includes a series of humorous sketches involving characters such as Mr. Cyrus K. Trotter and his daughter, Miss Trotter, as they navigate their experiences while traveling from Braine l'Alleud to Waterloo. It features comic dialogues that illustrate the social customs and cultural misunderstandings of various characters, including a Belgian driver and an elderly Belgian guide. Additionally, the volume contains satirical poems addressing international relations and colonial attitudes. The playful tone and clever wit invite readers to both laugh and reflect on the society of the time, highlighting Punch's role as a mirror to Victorian culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 82.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Author: Various
EBook No.: 13502
Published: Sep 20, 2004
Downloads: 242
Language: English
Subject: English wit and humor -- Periodicals
LoCC: General Works: Periodicals
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.