| Author |
Various |
| Editor |
Seaman, Owen, 1861-1936 |
| Title |
Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 146, March 11, 1914
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 73.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Matt Whittaker, Malcolm Farmer, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 146, March 11, 1914" by Various is a satirical magazine published in the early 20th century. This book is a collection of humorous articles, illustrations, and commentary on contemporary societal issues, culture, and politics of the time. It serves as a reflection of the world during this period, providing insight into the thoughts and values of British society just before the onset of World War I. The content of this volume features a wide array of topics, including political satire, social commentary, and witty observations on daily life. The articles address various subjects such as military preparedness, societal norms, and the role of women in public life. Various characters and anonymous contributors engage in humorous dialogues that critique the prevailing attitudes of their time, often through exaggerated or ironic scenarios. The book captures the essence of early 1914, reflecting both a sense of optimism and an undercurrent of tension in the face of impending global conflict. (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. |
23726 |
| Release Date |
Dec 3, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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