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Various
Verschillende
Various, Various
Burnand, F. C. (Francis Cowley)
1836
1917
Burnand, Francis
F. C. (Francis Cowley) Burnand
Burnand, Sir Francis
Sir F. C. (Francis Cowley) Burnand
Burnand, Francis Cowley
Burnand, Sir F. C. (Francis Cowley)
Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 103, December 24, 1892
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"Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 103, December 24, 1892" by Various is a collection of humorous essays and illustrations, representative of the Victorian era. This periodical is part of a long-running satirical magazine, "Punch," which aimed to comment on society, politics, and culture through wit and humor. The content likely covers a range of topics, from Christmas festivities and cultural observations to light-hearted critiques of contemporary events. Throughout this volume, readers are presented with a blend of sketches, poems, and anecdotes that capture the spirit of Christmas and societal norms of the time. It features whimsical characters engaging in seasonal activities, reflections on changing traditions, and humorous commentary on political and artistic matters. Notable pieces include a family’s comical attempts to win a missing word competition, the dreariness of celebrations in contrast to past merriment, and a critique of contemporary art competitions that highlight the absurdity in public judgment. Overall, the collection provides a window into late 19th-century British humor, characterized by playful irony and social commentary. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 75.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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English wit and humor -- Periodicals
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