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Title: Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 147, August 19th, 1914
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Summary: "Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 147, August 19th, 1914" by Various is a satirical magazine publication from the early 20th century. This edition of Punch features a blend of humorous commentary and artistic illustrations, reflecting the societal and political climate of the time as World War I was just beginning. The content often addresses current events, pokes fun at the war, and comments on national sentiment, making it a fascinating snapshot of public opinion during a pivotal moment in history. Throughout this volume, the various sketches and articles engage with the war's impact on daily life, with a blend of wit and sarcasm prevalent in the writing. Contributors offer reflections on the growing tension in Europe, the concept of a moratorium on debts as a humorous coping mechanism, and depict lively scenes from everyday life during wartime. The recurring themes highlight the absurdities and ironies of war, alongside the resilience and determination of the British people as they confront unprecedented challenges, creating a lively dialogue that is both entertaining and thought-provoking. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 74.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Various
Editor: Seaman, Owen, 1861-1936
EBook No.: 26969
Published: Oct 19, 2008
Downloads: 94
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. 147, August 19th, 1914
Credits:
Produced by Neville Allen, Malcolm Farmer and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 147, August 19th, 1914" by Various is a satirical magazine publication from the early 20th century. This edition of Punch features a blend of humorous commentary and artistic illustrations, reflecting the societal and political climate of the time as World War I was just beginning. The content often addresses current events, pokes fun at the war, and comments on national sentiment, making it a fascinating snapshot of public opinion during a pivotal moment in history. Throughout this volume, the various sketches and articles engage with the war's impact on daily life, with a blend of wit and sarcasm prevalent in the writing. Contributors offer reflections on the growing tension in Europe, the concept of a moratorium on debts as a humorous coping mechanism, and depict lively scenes from everyday life during wartime. The recurring themes highlight the absurdities and ironies of war, alongside the resilience and determination of the British people as they confront unprecedented challenges, creating a lively dialogue that is both entertaining and thought-provoking. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 74.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Various
Editor: Seaman, Owen, 1861-1936
EBook No.: 26969
Published: Oct 19, 2008
Downloads: 94
Language: English
Subject: English wit and humor -- Periodicals
LoCC: General Works: Periodicals
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.