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Title: Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 1, October 23, 1841
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Summary: "Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 1, October 23, 1841" is a satirical journal created by various authors during the early to mid-19th century, specifically in the Victorian era. This periodical is a collection of humorous essays, caricatures, and social commentary that critiques and lampoons various aspects of British society, politics, and culture. The content often employs wit and irony to address contemporary issues, making it an essential artifact for understanding the satire and social critiques of its time. The volume presents a variety of sketches and anecdotes centered around a character named Mr. Horatio Fitzharding Fitzfunk, an aspiring actor who, while working as a clerk for a legal firm, yearns for the bright lights of the stage. Following a series of misadventures, he assumes the identity of a famous actor, leading to comical situations as he navigates the challenges of amateur theater. Interspersed with such stories are various reports and commentaries on societal issues, such as the general distress of the public and the political climate, reflecting not only the humor of the time but also the earnest concerns of the populace regarding governance and social injustices. Through its blend of humor and commentary, the journal offers a vivid snapshot of Victorian life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 55.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Various
EBook No.: 14933
Published: Feb 7, 2005
Downloads: 171
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 1, October 23, 1841
Credits:
Produced by Syamanta Saikia, Jon Ingram, Barbara Tozier and the PG
Online Distributed Proofreading
Summary: "Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 1, October 23, 1841" is a satirical journal created by various authors during the early to mid-19th century, specifically in the Victorian era. This periodical is a collection of humorous essays, caricatures, and social commentary that critiques and lampoons various aspects of British society, politics, and culture. The content often employs wit and irony to address contemporary issues, making it an essential artifact for understanding the satire and social critiques of its time. The volume presents a variety of sketches and anecdotes centered around a character named Mr. Horatio Fitzharding Fitzfunk, an aspiring actor who, while working as a clerk for a legal firm, yearns for the bright lights of the stage. Following a series of misadventures, he assumes the identity of a famous actor, leading to comical situations as he navigates the challenges of amateur theater. Interspersed with such stories are various reports and commentaries on societal issues, such as the general distress of the public and the political climate, reflecting not only the humor of the time but also the earnest concerns of the populace regarding governance and social injustices. Through its blend of humor and commentary, the journal offers a vivid snapshot of Victorian life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 55.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Various
EBook No.: 14933
Published: Feb 7, 2005
Downloads: 171
Language: English
Subject: English wit and humor -- Periodicals
LoCC: General Works: Periodicals
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.