Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 147, July 15, 1914 by Various
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About this eBook
| Author | Various |
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| Title | Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 147, July 15, 1914 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 71.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Nigel Blower, Hagay Giller, Malcolm Farmer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 147, July 15, 1914" by Various is a satirical magazine publication created in the early 20th century. This collection captures the essence of British humor and social commentary through a series of illustrations, articles, and poems that humorously address contemporary events, societal issues, and the political climate leading up to World War I. The content reflects the cultural and social dynamics of the period, offering a glimpse into public sentiment just before a significant turning point in history. The book features a diverse range of sketches and writings, including light-hearted accounts of social events, political satire, and whimsical anecdotes from daily life. For instance, it includes humorous commentary on theatre reservations, the perplexities of buying ice on a hot day, and various caricatures of notable figures of the time. These satirical pieces often comment on serious matters like political tensions and social norms, blending humor with sharp insight into British society of the era. Ultimately, the volume serves as both entertainment and historical documentation, capturing the pre-war atmosphere with wit and cleverness. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | English wit and humor -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 23658 |
| Release Date | Nov 29, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 474 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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