| Author |
Graves, Charles L. (Charles Larcom), 1856-1944 |
| Title |
Mr. Punch's History of the Great War
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 65.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Susan Skinner and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team.
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| Summary |
"Mr. Punch's History of the Great War" by Charles L. Graves is a satirical historical account written in the early 20th century, specifically following the events of World War I. The book utilizes the comedic lens of Mr. Punch, a character originating from British satire, to reflect on the tumultuous period of the Great War, exploring the absurdities, tragedies, and moments of humanity amidst widespread chaos and conflict. The opening of the text provides insight into the origins and character of Mr. Punch, who has witnessed various wars throughout British history and has developed a nuanced perspective on conflict, particularly the rise of militarism leading up to World War I. It discusses the complacency of Britain during years of peace, juxtaposed against the dangerous build-up of German military power, presenting a critical analysis of the socio-political landscape that contributed to the war's outbreak. The tone is both reflective and humorous, indicating that Mr. Punch aims to balance the grim realities of war with the spirit of perseverance and wit displayed by soldiers and civilians alike during these challenging times. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918)
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| Subject |
World War, 1914-1918 -- Caricatures and cartoons
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
11571 |
| Release Date |
Mar 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Apr 7, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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