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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. 109, October 26, 1895
Produced by Punch, or the London Charivari, Malcolm Farmer,
Lesley Halamek and the Online Distributed Proofreading
Team at http://www.pgdp.net
"Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 109, October 26, 1895" by Various is a satirical publication from the late 19th century. This collection reflects the social and cultural commentary typical of the era, particularly focusing on British society's quirks and foibles through humor, illustrations, and sketches. The topics often highlight current events, artistic endeavors, and societal behaviors, showcasing the wit and charm that characterized humor of the Victorian era. The content within this volume features a diverse range of articles and sketches, such as humorous critiques of operatic performances and fictional accounts of bizarre outbreaks like the "amnesia bacillus," where individuals lose their identities and memories under absurd circumstances. Other satirical pieces illustrate everyday scenarios, such as a ventriloquist's unsuccessful show on an excursion steamer and the antics surrounding a "haunted cab" driver. Through clever prose and playful exaggeration, the authors capture the essence of their time, inviting readers to reflect on societal norms and behaviors while enjoying the light-heartedness of humorous commentary. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Reading ease score: 72.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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English wit and humor -- Periodicals
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Category: Humour
Category: British Literature
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