Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 152, May 16, 1917 by Various
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| Author | Various |
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| Title | Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 152, May 16, 1917 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 70.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 152, May 16, 1917" by Various is a collection of humorous and satirical articles, illustrations, and poems published during the early 20th century. This volume of "Punch" captures the social and political climate of wartime Britain, using wit and humor to comment on contemporary issues, behaviors, and events from that time period. Notably, it addresses various aspects of life during World War I, including government policies, social norms, and the absurdities of everyday life. The content of this volume primarily consists of light-hearted commentary presented in a variety of forms, from comedic sketches to clever verses. Through its various segments, "Punch" pokes fun at a wide array of topics, including food rationing ("Tasty Dishes"), interactions between landlords and tenants, and the challenges posed by the ongoing war. Notable narratives include amusing observations about soldiers, conversations filled with banter between civilians, and a fictional tale about a troublesome pig that invariably gets into comedic situations. "Punch" maintains a humorous tone throughout, providing both entertainment and insight into the British perspective during the Great War. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | English wit and humor -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 15377 |
| Release Date | Mar 16, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 175 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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