Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 93, December 3, 1887 by Various
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"Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 93, December 3, 1887" by Various is a satirical magazine published during the late 19th century. It features a collection of humorous articles, illustrations, and commentary on contemporary social and political issues of the time, often focusing on the absurdities of British life and politics. This volume captures the essence of the Victorian era's wit and sharp critique of societal norms. The content of this particular
volume includes a variety of sketches and commentaries that shed light on political escapades, social misadventures, and the peculiarities of public figures of the time. Notable excerpts include narratives of members of parliament engaging in dramatic speeches, often humorously from absurd heights, such as chimneys and balloons, reflecting the theatrical nature of political discourse. The pages are filled with poems, letters, and humorous anecdotes about everyday life, showcasing the distinctive editorial voice of "Punch," which relied on parody and satire to provoke thought while entertaining readers with its clever wordplay and social insights. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Editor | Burnand, F. C. (Francis Cowley), 1836-1917 |
| Title | Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 93, December 3, 1887 |
| Credits |
Produced by Punch, or the London Charivari, Wayne Hammond, Malcolm Farmer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 72.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | English wit and humor -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 39077 |
| Release Date | Mar 8, 2012 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 217 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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