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Various |
| Title |
Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 99, September 20, 1890
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 69.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Malcolm Farmer, William Flis, and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team.
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| Summary |
"Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 99, September 20, 1890" is a satirical publication produced by various authors during the late 19th century. This periodical is a collection of humorous illustrations and essays, reflecting the social and political climate of the time through sharp wit and satire. The likely topic of the book encompasses a mix of commentary on current events, travel notes, and theatrical reviews, all delivered in a humorous style. The content of this particular volume delves into a variety of topics. The author recounts experiences in Ostend, highlighting the discrepancies between expectations and reality regarding accommodations and social customs, particularly regarding guest entry restrictions at entertainment venues. Elsewhere, theatrical productions like "A Million of Money" are humorously critiqued for their elaborate stage effects overshadowing the actual narrative. Other segments explore societal behaviors, from the habits of American tourists to humorous commentary on suburban life. The collection showcases a sharp critique of contemporary culture, with a playful yet critical perspective on the follies of society, making it an entertaining read for those interested in historical satire and social commentary. (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. |
12466 |
| Release Date |
May 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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