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Title: Punch, or the London Charivari, October 21st 1893
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Produced by Malcolm Farmer, Lesley Halamek and the Online
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Summary: "Punch, or the London Charivari, October 21st 1893" by Various is a humorous magazine publication originally released during the late 19th century. Known for its satirical take on society, politics, and culture in Victorian England, this particular issue features a variety of illustrations and witty essays that lampoon contemporary events and figures. The magazine functioned as both a source of entertainment and social commentary, reflecting the concerns and absurdities of its time. In this edition, readers encounter a mix of sharp satire and comedic poetry, addressing significant issues such as the ongoing war in South America with dry humor and exaggerated reports. Various segments critique the press’s sensationalism, the absurdity of societal norms, and the foibles of human behavior, from a young student's school life to the musings on relationships and the political landscape. The commentary often uses clever illustrations and fables to emphasize moral lessons or societal critiques, wrapping them in a light-hearted yet incisive tone, revealing the contradictions and eccentricities of life in the 1890s. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 84.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Author: Various
Editor: Burnand, F. C. (Francis Cowley), 1836-1917
EBook No.: 39351
Published: Apr 2, 2012
Downloads: 110
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, October 21st 1893
Credits:
Produced by Malcolm Farmer, Lesley Halamek and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Punch, or the London Charivari, October 21st 1893" by Various is a humorous magazine publication originally released during the late 19th century. Known for its satirical take on society, politics, and culture in Victorian England, this particular issue features a variety of illustrations and witty essays that lampoon contemporary events and figures. The magazine functioned as both a source of entertainment and social commentary, reflecting the concerns and absurdities of its time. In this edition, readers encounter a mix of sharp satire and comedic poetry, addressing significant issues such as the ongoing war in South America with dry humor and exaggerated reports. Various segments critique the press’s sensationalism, the absurdity of societal norms, and the foibles of human behavior, from a young student's school life to the musings on relationships and the political landscape. The commentary often uses clever illustrations and fables to emphasize moral lessons or societal critiques, wrapping them in a light-hearted yet incisive tone, revealing the contradictions and eccentricities of life in the 1890s. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 84.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Author: Various
Editor: Burnand, F. C. (Francis Cowley), 1836-1917
EBook No.: 39351
Published: Apr 2, 2012
Downloads: 110
Language: English
Subject: English wit and humor -- Periodicals
LoCC: General Works: Periodicals
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.