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Various
Verschillende
Various, Various
Burnand, F. C. (Francis Cowley)
1836
1917
Burnand, Francis
F. C. (Francis Cowley) Burnand
Burnand, Sir Francis
Sir F. C. (Francis Cowley) Burnand
Burnand, Francis Cowley
Burnand, Sir F. C. (Francis Cowley)
Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 108, June 8, 1895
Produced by Punch, or the London Charivari, Malcolm Farmer,
Ernest Schaal. and the Online Distributed Proofreading
Team at http://www.pgdp.net
"Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 108, June 8, 1895" by Various is a historical periodical published in the late 19th century. This collection serves as a satirical commentary on the social and political issues of its time, reflecting the concerns and humor of the Victorian era through illustrations, poems, and short articles. It is structured as a weekly magazine, showcasing the artistic and literary talents of various contributors. The content includes a mix of whimsical stories, social critiques, and clever illustrations that poke fun at contemporary figures and situations. For instance, the humorous recounting of a quarrel between members of the Thames Conservancy and County Council highlights bureaucratic absurdities, while poems about local happenings in cities like Newcastle and Bristol offer a more poetic lens on the mundane challenges of urban life. The writing employs a playful tone, using puns and lighthearted commentary to engage readers, making it not just informative but entertaining as well. Overall, the collection captures the essence of British satire at a time when the nation was experiencing significant social change. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 74.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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English wit and humor -- Periodicals
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