| Author |
Various |
| Editor |
Seaman, Owen, 1861-1936 |
| Title |
Punch or the London Charivari, Vol. 147, December 2, 1914
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 71.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Neville Allen, Malcolm Farmer and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Punch or the London Charivari, Vol. 147, December 2, 1914" by Various is a satirical magazine publication from the early 20th century, specifically during the time of World War I. This volume is part of a long-running series known for its humorous takes on contemporary issues, covering a wide range of topics related to British society, politics, and the war. The likely topic of this book revolves around commentary and caricatures related to the ongoing war, social norms, and public sentiments of that era. The content of this volume features various humorous pieces and illustrations addressing the absurdities of wartime life. It includes satirical articles about military figures, comments on the public’s reaction to the war, and humorous takes on recruiting efforts. For instance, the editors poke fun at the German military and skeptics of the war, while also addressing lighter topics such as the quirks of everyday life during wartime. The writing style is clever and filled with puns, reflecting both the seriousness of the time and the British spirit of humor as they faced the challenges of war. It captures the interplay between reality and satire, offering readers both amusement and a reflection on the social atmosphere of the period. (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. |
29351 |
| Release Date |
Jul 8, 2009 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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