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Various |
Title |
Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 100, March 28, 1891
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Note |
Reading ease score: 73.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Credits |
Produced by Malcolm Farmer, William Flis, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team.
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Summary |
"Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 100, March 28, 1891" by Various is a satirical magazine and a collection of humorous articles and illustrations published during the late 19th century (Victorian era). Renowned for its witty commentary on social, political, and cultural issues, this volume reflects the humor and viewpoints of its time, providing insights into the societal norms and absurdities of the day. This particular volume of "Punch" contains a variety of skits, poems, and illustrations mocking political figures, societal trends, and everyday occurrences of the Victorian era. It features pieces such as "The G.P.O. Cuckoo," which critiques the Postmaster-General's stance on postal services, and satirical examinations of theatre, parliamentary proceedings, and public figures through humor and outrageous scenarios. The magazine presents a rich tapestry of the social commentaries and comedic delineations characteristic of its genre, capturing the essence of English wit while addressing contemporary issues and events that were pertinent to its readership. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
English |
LoC Class |
AP: General Works: Periodicals
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Subject |
English wit and humor -- Periodicals
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Text |
EBook-No. |
13281 |
Release Date |
Aug 25, 2004 |
Most Recently Updated |
Dec 18, 2020 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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