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Title: Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 158, May 19, 1920
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Summary: "Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 158, May 19, 1920" by Various is a humorous periodical publication that reflects societal attitudes and events during the early 20th century. This volume is part of the long-running "Punch" magazine series, known for its satirical and comedic takes on contemporary issues, politics, and popular culture of the time. The content is predominantly commentary on social and political happenings of the day, showcasing a blend of wit and critique. The volume includes a variety of comedic articles, illustrations, and character-driven sketches, each aimed at poking fun at various segments of society. Topics range from the absurdities surrounding modern inventions to critiques on politics and social behavior. For instance, it features humorous commentary on news such as a new building material, rising coal prices, and the ever-changing fashion trends of the day. Various characters, from politicians to everyday people, are satirized, highlighting human folly and the eccentricities of both the elite and common folk. The playful interplay between humor and commentary makes this volume a delightful snapshot of the cultural landscape in post-World War I Britain. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 70.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Various
Editor: Seaman, Owen, 1861-1936
EBook No.: 25591
Published: May 25, 2008
Downloads: 195
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. 158, May 19, 1920
Credits:
Produced by Nigel Blower, Jonathan Ingram and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 158, May 19, 1920" by Various is a humorous periodical publication that reflects societal attitudes and events during the early 20th century. This volume is part of the long-running "Punch" magazine series, known for its satirical and comedic takes on contemporary issues, politics, and popular culture of the time. The content is predominantly commentary on social and political happenings of the day, showcasing a blend of wit and critique. The volume includes a variety of comedic articles, illustrations, and character-driven sketches, each aimed at poking fun at various segments of society. Topics range from the absurdities surrounding modern inventions to critiques on politics and social behavior. For instance, it features humorous commentary on news such as a new building material, rising coal prices, and the ever-changing fashion trends of the day. Various characters, from politicians to everyday people, are satirized, highlighting human folly and the eccentricities of both the elite and common folk. The playful interplay between humor and commentary makes this volume a delightful snapshot of the cultural landscape in post-World War I Britain. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 70.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Various
Editor: Seaman, Owen, 1861-1936
EBook No.: 25591
Published: May 25, 2008
Downloads: 195
Language: English
Subject: English wit and humor -- Periodicals
LoCC: General Works: Periodicals
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.