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Title: Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 98, February 8, 1890
Credits: E-text prepared by Neville Allen, Malcolm Farmer, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 98, February 8, 1890" by Various is a satirical publication from the late 19th century that blends political commentary, humor, and social observation through illustrated cartoons and verses. As a periodical, it offers insights into the cultural and political climate of Victorian England, particularly reflecting on contemporary affairs and societal norms. The contents of this volume encompass a variety of topics, featuring poems, humorous anecdotes, and critical addresses that target prominent figures and institutions of the time. It discusses themes such as political machinations, social gatherings, and the absurdities of public life, often using exaggerated and ironic language. The work includes a mockery of the political discourse surrounding the British government, highlights the follies of society's elites, and showcases entertaining literary devices that combine to create a vibrant picture of the era. Throughout the collection, the voice of Punch serves as a clever commentator on the happenings of the day, inviting readers to both laugh and reflect. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 73.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Various
Editor: Burnand, F. C. (Francis Cowley), 1836-1917
EBook No.: 30033
Published: Sep 19, 2009
Downloads: 108
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. 98, February 8, 1890
Credits: E-text prepared by Neville Allen, Malcolm Farmer, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 98, February 8, 1890" by Various is a satirical publication from the late 19th century that blends political commentary, humor, and social observation through illustrated cartoons and verses. As a periodical, it offers insights into the cultural and political climate of Victorian England, particularly reflecting on contemporary affairs and societal norms. The contents of this volume encompass a variety of topics, featuring poems, humorous anecdotes, and critical addresses that target prominent figures and institutions of the time. It discusses themes such as political machinations, social gatherings, and the absurdities of public life, often using exaggerated and ironic language. The work includes a mockery of the political discourse surrounding the British government, highlights the follies of society's elites, and showcases entertaining literary devices that combine to create a vibrant picture of the era. Throughout the collection, the voice of Punch serves as a clever commentator on the happenings of the day, inviting readers to both laugh and reflect. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 73.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Various
Editor: Burnand, F. C. (Francis Cowley), 1836-1917
EBook No.: 30033
Published: Sep 19, 2009
Downloads: 108
Language: English
Subject: English wit and humor -- Periodicals
LoCC: General Works: Periodicals
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.