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Title: Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 105 December 23rd, 1893
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Summary: "Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 105 December 23rd, 1893" by Various is a collection of illustrated humorous articles and satirical sketches reflecting the social and political landscape of the late 19th century. This volume, part of the iconic Punch magazine, embodies the lively spirit and wit characteristic of the Victorian era. The likely topics of the content range from observations on everyday life to commentary on contemporary events, all delivered with a humorous slant, typical of satirical publications of this period. The book features a variety of pieces that explore both fictional narratives and topical commentary. One of the highlighted stories follows the adventures of Picklock Holes, a detective whose exaggerated deductive reasoning and social missteps provide comedic relief, alongside a portrayal of his eccentric family. Other segments involve poems, parodies, and reflections on the life and duties of public figures, all interlaced with humorous illustrations. The work not only entertains but also provides a window into the attitudes and concerns of society during the late 19th century, making it a fascinating read for those interested in historical satire and social commentary. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 72.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Various
Editor: Burnand, F. C. (Francis Cowley), 1836-1917
EBook No.: 40635
Published: Sep 1, 2012
Downloads: 132
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. 105 December 23rd, 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, Vol. 105 December 23rd, 1893" by Various is a collection of illustrated humorous articles and satirical sketches reflecting the social and political landscape of the late 19th century. This volume, part of the iconic Punch magazine, embodies the lively spirit and wit characteristic of the Victorian era. The likely topics of the content range from observations on everyday life to commentary on contemporary events, all delivered with a humorous slant, typical of satirical publications of this period. The book features a variety of pieces that explore both fictional narratives and topical commentary. One of the highlighted stories follows the adventures of Picklock Holes, a detective whose exaggerated deductive reasoning and social missteps provide comedic relief, alongside a portrayal of his eccentric family. Other segments involve poems, parodies, and reflections on the life and duties of public figures, all interlaced with humorous illustrations. The work not only entertains but also provides a window into the attitudes and concerns of society during the late 19th century, making it a fascinating read for those interested in historical satire and social commentary. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 72.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Various
Editor: Burnand, F. C. (Francis Cowley), 1836-1917
EBook No.: 40635
Published: Sep 1, 2012
Downloads: 132
Language: English
Subject: English wit and humor -- Periodicals
LoCC: General Works: Periodicals
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.