| Author |
Various |
| Title |
Punch, or the London Charivari. Volume 1, July 31, 1841
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 67.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Syamanta Saikia, Jon Ingram, Barbara Tozier and the PG
Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"Punch, or the London Charivari. Volume 1, July 31, 1841" by Various is a humorous periodical that emerged during the early Victorian era. It is a collection of satirical articles, poems, and illustrations that offer critique and commentary on contemporary society, politics, and culture in London. The work embodies the wit and humor characteristic of satirical publications of the time, reflecting the tone and sensibilities of the early 19th century. The content of this volume showcases a variety of comedic sketches, poems, and articles that lampoon various social issues, political figures, and literary pretensions of the time. Readers encounter humorous pieces such as "A Rencontre with a Tea-Totaler," where intoxication is hilariously critiqued, and "The Diary of a Lord Mayor," which offers a satirical look at the mundane and absurd aspects of political life. The publication includes poetic forms that creatively play with language, alongside sharp social observations and wit, making it an engaging reflection of the comedic literary style prevalent in Victorian England. Overall, the book serves as both entertainment and commentary on the societal norms and issues of its day. (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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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
14921 |
| Release Date |
Feb 7, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 19, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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