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Title: Mr. Punch at the Seaside

Note: Reading ease score: 74.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

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Summary: "Mr. Punch at the Seaside" by J. A. Hammerton is a collection of humorous illustrations and commentary, likely compiled in the late 19th century. This work draws from the archives of the iconic British magazine "Punch," which published satirical and comedic content from its inception. The book captures the essence of seaside life through the lens of Mr. Punch, a character emblematic of British humor, and it highlights the quirks and customs associated with holidaying at coastal resorts. The opening of the book introduces readers to the cultural context of seaside vacations in Britain, emphasizing how the advent of railway travel transformed the annual holiday into a norm for the British public. The editor notes the paradox of British enjoyment, juxtaposing perceived sadness with Mr. Punch's ever-optimistic perspective. Several snippets showcase various characters and their dialogues, reflecting their humorous observations and experiences at the beach, including amusing complaints about lodgings, bathing machines, and the company of fellow holidaymakers. This blend of witty illustrations and storytelling sets the tone for a delightful exploration of the quirks of Victorian seaside life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Editor: Hammerton, J. A. (John Alexander), 1871-1949

EBook No.: 37166

Published: Aug 23, 2011

Downloads: 232

Language: English

Subject: English wit and humor

Subject: English wit and humor, Pictorial

Subject: Seashore -- Humor

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: Mr. Punch at the Seaside

Note: Reading ease score: 74.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Neville Allen, Chris Curnow and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive)

Summary: "Mr. Punch at the Seaside" by J. A. Hammerton is a collection of humorous illustrations and commentary, likely compiled in the late 19th century. This work draws from the archives of the iconic British magazine "Punch," which published satirical and comedic content from its inception. The book captures the essence of seaside life through the lens of Mr. Punch, a character emblematic of British humor, and it highlights the quirks and customs associated with holidaying at coastal resorts. The opening of the book introduces readers to the cultural context of seaside vacations in Britain, emphasizing how the advent of railway travel transformed the annual holiday into a norm for the British public. The editor notes the paradox of British enjoyment, juxtaposing perceived sadness with Mr. Punch's ever-optimistic perspective. Several snippets showcase various characters and their dialogues, reflecting their humorous observations and experiences at the beach, including amusing complaints about lodgings, bathing machines, and the company of fellow holidaymakers. This blend of witty illustrations and storytelling sets the tone for a delightful exploration of the quirks of Victorian seaside life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Editor: Hammerton, J. A. (John Alexander), 1871-1949

EBook No.: 37166

Published: Aug 23, 2011

Downloads: 232

Language: English

Subject: English wit and humor

Subject: English wit and humor, Pictorial

Subject: Seashore -- Humor

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.