Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 98, June 21 1890 by Various
"Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 98, June 21 1890" by Various is a satirical magazine published during the late 19th century, specifically within the Victorian era. Comprising humorous illustrations, essays, and poems, this volume illustrates the social issues and absurdities of the time. The likely topic of the book revolves around social commentary, political satire, and the depiction of contemporary life in England, often through a humorous lens. The content of
this volume features a variety of humorous sketches and poems that address pressing societal issues, including the role of women in academia highlighted by the achievements of female scholars like Miss Fawcett and Mlle. Belcesco. Other pieces mock the behavior of the upper class and explore the burdens of servitude, as illustrated through the plight of Miss Harker, a governess facing unfair working conditions. Additionally, the edition touches upon the complexities of political life, the quirks of public figures, and entertainment, such as commentary on an opera and a humorous take on horse competitions. Overall, the collection captures a lively picture of Victorian society, marked by its wit and pointed observations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Editor | Burnand, F. C. (Francis Cowley), 1836-1917 |
| Title | Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 98, June 21 1890 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 73.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Lesley Halamek, Malcolm Farmer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | English wit and humor -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 33488 |
| Release Date | Aug 22, 2010 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 171 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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