Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 159, December 8, 1920 by Various
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About this eBook
| Author | Various |
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| Editor | Seaman, Owen, 1861-1936 |
| Title | Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 159, December 8, 1920 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 70.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Lesley Halamek, Jonathan Ingram and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 159, December 8, 1920" by Various is a collection of satirical articles and illustrations published in the early 20th century. This quintessential British periodical employs humor and wit to comment on contemporary social, political, and cultural issues, reflecting the mindset of the post-World War I era. The publication serves as a snapshot of its time, consisting of varied content such as "Charivaria," which pokes fun at public figures and current events through playful commentary and absurd anecdotes. Notable pieces include observations on the behavior of politicians and lighthearted criticism of various social customs. The humor ranges from clever wordplay to humorous narratives, depicting characters from different walks of life, all while highlighting the absurdities of everyday experiences and societal norms during that time in England. Overall, the volume encapsulates the satirical spirit of the era, making it both an entertaining and thought-provoking read. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | English wit and humor -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 19127 |
| Release Date | Aug 26, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated | Aug 31, 2006 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 127 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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