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Title: Punch, or the London Charivari, May 27, 1914
Note: Reading ease score: 72.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary: "Punch, or the London Charivari, May 27, 1914" by Various is a satirical periodical published during the early 20th century. This book belongs to a collection of humorous essays and illustrations, showcasing the wit and commentary typical of the "Punch" magazine, which has been influential in British satire since the Victorian era. The likely topic centers around social and political commentary of the time, reflecting views on contemporary events, cultural norms, and the absurdities of society. The content includes a mix of humorous articles, poems, and caricatures that critique various aspects of early 20th-century British life. Notable pieces within this edition touch upon topics such as the reception of sports news, commentary on theatre performances, and the societal implications of emerging trends, like cannibalism as a fashionable concern. Various writers contribute to this lively tapestry of satire, poking fun at politicians, social customs, and even mundane life, all while employing a humorous and often absurd lens to mirror the complexities of the world leading up to World War I. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Various
Editor: Seaman, Owen, 1861-1936
EBook No.: 24157
Published: Jan 4, 2008
Downloads: 306
Language: English
Subject: English wit and humor -- Periodicals
LoCC: General Works: Periodicals
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Punch, or the London Charivari, May 27, 1914
Note: Reading ease score: 72.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by Malcolm Farmer and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Punch, or the London Charivari, May 27, 1914" by Various is a satirical periodical published during the early 20th century. This book belongs to a collection of humorous essays and illustrations, showcasing the wit and commentary typical of the "Punch" magazine, which has been influential in British satire since the Victorian era. The likely topic centers around social and political commentary of the time, reflecting views on contemporary events, cultural norms, and the absurdities of society. The content includes a mix of humorous articles, poems, and caricatures that critique various aspects of early 20th-century British life. Notable pieces within this edition touch upon topics such as the reception of sports news, commentary on theatre performances, and the societal implications of emerging trends, like cannibalism as a fashionable concern. Various writers contribute to this lively tapestry of satire, poking fun at politicians, social customs, and even mundane life, all while employing a humorous and often absurd lens to mirror the complexities of the world leading up to World War I. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Various
Editor: Seaman, Owen, 1861-1936
EBook No.: 24157
Published: Jan 4, 2008
Downloads: 306
Language: English
Subject: English wit and humor -- Periodicals
LoCC: General Works: Periodicals
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.