| Author |
Various |
| Editor |
Seaman, Owen, 1861-1936 |
| Title |
Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 158, 1920-04-07
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 69.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Matt Whittaker, Jonathan Ingram, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 158, 1920-04-07" by Various is a satirical periodical published in the early 20th century. As a longstanding British magazine, it captures the humor and social commentary of its time through caricatures, essays, and sketches. This volume reflects the cultural landscape and social issues of post-World War I Britain, with a focus on politics, everyday life, and the absurdities that permeated society during that period. The content of this particular volume showcases a mix of witty observations, comedic sketches, and humorous articles that touch on various topics, from the absurdities of bureaucracy to comedic takes on contemporary events and societal norms. Characters and situations are exaggerated for comedic effect, with humorous commentary on political figures like Winston Churchill and public sentiments regarding the League of Nations. The writing style encapsulates the essence of British humor at the time, laden with irony and an unmistakable sense of satire, making it a delightful read for those interested in historical perspectives on humor and societal critique. (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. |
22905 |
| Release Date |
Oct 6, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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