Mr. Punch on the Warpath: Humours of the Army, the Navy and the Reserve Forces
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About this eBook
| Editor | Hammerton, J. A. (John Alexander), 1871-1949 |
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| Title | Mr. Punch on the Warpath: Humours of the Army, the Navy and the Reserve Forces |
| Note | Reading ease score: 75.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Mr. Punch on the Warpath: Humours of the Army, the Navy and the Reserve Forces" is a humorous collection of satirical illustrations and writings compiled in the late 19th century. The book brings together the best contributions from the artists and humorists associated with the British magazine “Punch,” known for its wit and commentary on society and current events. The focus of this work is on military life, capturing the comedic facets of the Army, Navy, and the Reserve Forces through caricatures and clever dialogues. The opening of the collection introduces the iconic figure of Mr. Punch, who humorously navigates through military contexts, showcasing various characters and situations that highlight the absurdities of military life. From musings on cavalry's role in modern warfare to comical exchanges between soldiers and their commanding officers, the text is infused with playful satire and sharp observations about military practices and attitudes towards war. The beginning sets the tone for a light-hearted yet insightful exploration of the various quirks and foibles behind the pomp and circumstance of military institutions. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections |
| Subject | English wit and humor |
| Subject | English wit and humor, Pictorial |
| Subject | Great Britain -- Armed Forces -- Humor |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 38146 |
| Release Date | Nov 26, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 68 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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