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Title: Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 150, January 19, 1916
Credits: E-text prepared by Jonathan Ingram and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 150, January 19, 1916" by Various is a satirical periodical collection published in the early 20th century during World War I. This volume captures the social and political climate regarding the war effort, highlighting issues like military recruitment, political debates, and public sentiment through humor and wit. The book primarily addresses the absurdities of wartime life, the struggles of ordinary citizens, and the political landscape of Britain. The content of this volume is characterized by its witty editorial cartoons, humorous poems, and sharp observations that depict various aspects of British society amid the war. It includes satirical commentary on war recruiting methods, public attitudes toward service, and political discussions surrounding conscription. Various sketches and letters illustrate the everyday concerns and comic relief sought by citizens affected by the war, often portraying the bureaucratic absurdities and societal pressures of the time. Overall, this edition of "Punch" reflects the blend of humor and critique present in wartime humor, making it an interesting read for those curious about historical perspectives on societal challenges during a significant period in history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 70.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Various
Editor: Seaman, Owen, 1861-1936
EBook No.: 22610
Published: Sep 15, 2007
Downloads: 117
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, Vol. 150, January 19, 1916
Credits: E-text prepared by Jonathan Ingram and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 150, January 19, 1916" by Various is a satirical periodical collection published in the early 20th century during World War I. This volume captures the social and political climate regarding the war effort, highlighting issues like military recruitment, political debates, and public sentiment through humor and wit. The book primarily addresses the absurdities of wartime life, the struggles of ordinary citizens, and the political landscape of Britain. The content of this volume is characterized by its witty editorial cartoons, humorous poems, and sharp observations that depict various aspects of British society amid the war. It includes satirical commentary on war recruiting methods, public attitudes toward service, and political discussions surrounding conscription. Various sketches and letters illustrate the everyday concerns and comic relief sought by citizens affected by the war, often portraying the bureaucratic absurdities and societal pressures of the time. Overall, this edition of "Punch" reflects the blend of humor and critique present in wartime humor, making it an interesting read for those curious about historical perspectives on societal challenges during a significant period in history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 70.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Various
Editor: Seaman, Owen, 1861-1936
EBook No.: 22610
Published: Sep 15, 2007
Downloads: 117
Language: English
Subject: English wit and humor -- Periodicals
LoCC: General Works: Periodicals
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.