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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, April 20, 1895
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"Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 108, April 20, 1895" by Various is a satirical magazine publication that originated during the late 19th century. Primarily a collection of humorous sketches, poems, and political commentary, this volume reflects the social and cultural themes of its time, showcasing the wit and humor typical of the Victorian era. The content critiques contemporary society, politics, and everyday life, often through clever illustrations and texts. In this issue, readers encounter a vibrant mix of satire that engages with various topics, including humorous takes on education, thoughts on a Chino-Japanese calendar mapping the historical intricacies of Sino-Japanese relations, and critiques of British societal norms regarding work and gender roles. Characters like the poignant laundress express patriotic sentiment concerning their craft, while a fictional gentleman absurdly schemed to become injured to receive attention from a nurse he admired. The humor is multi-faceted, employing puns, light-hearted criticisms, and whimsical verses, all aimed at eliciting laughter and reflection from its audience about the oddities of human behavior and social conventions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Reading ease score: 74.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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English wit and humor -- Periodicals
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