Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 152, April 18, 1917 by Various
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| Author | Various |
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| Title | Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 152, April 18, 1917 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 70.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 152, April 18, 1917" by Various is a satirical periodical published during the early 20th century. This book is a collection of humorous and political sketches, jokes, poems, and commentary reflecting the events and sentiments of the time, particularly set against the backdrop of World War I. The content generally includes witticisms regarding politics, social matters, and various absurdities of daily life during wartime. In this particular volume, readers encounter a variety of sketches and amusing articles that comment on contemporary issues, from military service and rationing to social quirks and absurdities. Each piece provides a humorous take on serious topics, such as the discontent surrounding food rationing, the nature of leadership during wartime, and the eccentricities of various characters involved in the war effort. The humor ranges from light-hearted banter to sharp political satire, signifying the public’s resilience during a challenging time, reflecting both the absurdity and tragedy of life during the war. Overall, this volume captures a snapshot of wartime British humor and social commentary in a way that remains engaging and relevant to readers interested in historical satire. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | English wit and humor -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 15021 |
| Release Date | Feb 12, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 49 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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