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Various
Verschillende
Various, Various
Seaman, Owen
1861
1936
Seaman, Sir Owen
Seamen, Owen
Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 159, 1920-11-17
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"Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 159, 1920-11-17" by Various is a satirical magazine publication written in the early 20th century. Known for its humorous commentary on contemporary social and political issues, this volume offers a diverse collection of sketches, poems, and articles that reflect the cultural landscape post-World War I. The magazine leverages wit and parody as its primary modes of discourse, capturing the absurdities and follies of life in Britain during this period. The content of this particular issue features a variety of topics ranging from light-hearted anecdotes about everyday life to pointed critiques of political figures and societal norms. It includes humorous commentary on various subjects, such as the quirks of motor shows, amusing observations about public life, and an irreverent take on contemporary political figures like Winston Churchill and the state of affairs in Ireland. Through its blend of illustrations, poetry, and faux news articles, the publication engages readers in a reflective yet entertaining manner, underscoring the resilience of British humor in response to social upheaval and change. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 70.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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English wit and humor -- Periodicals
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