| Author |
Various |
| Editor |
Burnand, F. C. (Francis Cowley), 1836-1917 |
| Title |
Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 107, December 29th 1894
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 69.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Malcolm Farmer, Wayne Hammond and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 107, December 29th 1894" by Various is a satirical magazine publication from the late 19th century known for its humorous commentary on society and politics. Edited by Sir Francis Burnand, this volume features a collection of cartoons, poems, and short sketches that reflect the cultural attitudes and social issues of the period, making it a noteworthy example of Victorian satire. The content in this volume is rich with comedic sketches and verses that critique various aspects of society, especially during the festive Christmas season. The lively dialogue between characters such as Paterfamilias and Materfamilias highlights the often humorous yet absurd customs surrounding Christmas greetings and card sending. Other pieces like "Mr. Punch's Christmas Boxes" playfully personify international relationships through gift-giving, while poems express the bittersweet emotions associated with friendship and loss. Each piece contributes to an overarching theme of festive levity intertwined with social commentary, encapsulating the humor and wit characteristic of "Punch" magazine during its peak. (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. |
46826 |
| Release Date |
Sep 9, 2014 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jun 8, 2015 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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