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Various
Verschillende
Various, Various
Seaman, Owen
1861
1936
Seaman, Sir Owen
Seamen, Owen
Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 147, August 12, 1914
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"Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 147, August 12, 1914" by Various is a satirical periodical published during the early 20th century, specifically in the period leading up to World War I. This collection features humorous articles, illustrations, and commentary on contemporary society, politics, and aspects of daily life in Britain just as the country was on the brink of war. The work serves to illuminate both the prevailing attitudes of the time and the absurdities within them, particularly in relation to the looming global conflict. The content of this volume is rich with wit and social critique as it covers a wide array of topics, from the ridiculousness of politicians' statements to humorous takes on military enlistment and societal norms. The pieces showcase the British public's varied reactions to the escalating tensions in Europe, often blending humor with underlying seriousness. Notable elements include whimsical narratives featuring common folks, anecdotal evidence of public sentiment, and playful mockery of the events shaping their world, all reflecting an era caught between peace and the impending chaos of war. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 71.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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English wit and humor -- Periodicals
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Punch
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