Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 1, August 28, 1841 by Various
"Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 1, August 28, 1841" by Various is a collection of satirical articles and illustrations created during the early Victorian era. The book serves as a humorous commentary on societal norms, politics, and everyday life in London, encapsulating the spirit of satire that characterized the era. The topics range from social commentary to political satire, providing a snapshot of the cultural landscape of the time. The content
of the book presents a series of sketches and tales that humorously critique various aspects of life in 19th-century England. One of the prominent pieces features the character Agamemnon Collumpsion Applebite, a wealthy bachelor whose friends believe he must want a wife. The narrative unfolds as his friends, represented by mamas and daughters, hilariously plot to convince him of his matrimonial needs, revealing the social expectations of marriage. Other articles touch on themes, such as the foibles of politicians, the absurdity of fashion, and the oddities of daily life, all illustrated with clever wit and a keen eye for the ironies of societal living. Through these humorous insights, readers are entertained while also prompted to reflect on the norms and follies of their time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Title | Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 1, August 28, 1841 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 58.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Syamanta Saikia, Jon Ingram, Barbara Tozier and the PG Online Distributed Proofreading |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | English wit and humor -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 14925 |
| Release Date | Feb 7, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 19, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 89 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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