| Author |
Various |
| Editor |
Burnand, F. C. (Francis Cowley), 1836-1917 |
| Title |
Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 105, August 12th 1893
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 74.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Lesley Halamek, Malcolm Farmer and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 105, August 12th 1893" by Various is a satirical magazine publication from the late 19th century. This volume of "Punch" showcases a variety of humorous sketches, poems, and commentary on contemporary society, politics, and culture. It serves as a reflection of the social issues and political events of its time, often using wit and irony to critique various aspects of British life during the Victorian era. The content of this particular issue includes a fictional family debating their holiday destination, where comedic contrasts over preferences lead to a mutual decision for a trip to Herne Bay. Other pieces feature satire on cricket, mocks the political scene with an absurd incident in the House of Commons, and provide vivid caricatures of various social types. The volume encapsulates the spirit of "Punch" with its blend of humor and thought-provoking commentary, revealing the absurdities of both everyday life and the political landscape of the period. (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. |
36140 |
| Release Date |
May 19, 2011 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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