| Author |
Various |
| Title |
Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 102, April 23, 1892
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 74.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Malcolm Farmer, William Flis, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 102, April 23, 1892" by Various is a satirical periodical published in the late 19th century. This book is a collection of humorous articles, poems, and illustrations that reflect the social and cultural issues of its time, particularly during the Victorian era. The content primarily focuses on commentary about British society, politics, and the quirks of everyday life, providing insight into the humor and sentiments of the period. The volume features an array of whimsical essays and comic sketches that poke fun at various societal norms and public figures, utilizing wit and satire to critique contemporary issues. It includes amusing poems about urban life, commentary on the theatre and arts, as well as complaints and observations about living in London, particularly in springtime. Through its playful tone and clever language, the publication engages readers with its humorous take on the cultural milieu of the time, capturing the essence of Victorian humor while sometimes addressing serious themes like social injustice and the fascination with crime. (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. |
14514 |
| Release Date |
Dec 29, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 19, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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