Mr. Punch in Wig and Gown: The Lighter Side of Bench and Bar by Hammerton and Marks
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About this eBook
| Editor | Hammerton, J. A. (John Alexander), 1871-1949 |
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| Illustrator | Marks, Henry Stacy, 1829-1898 |
| Title | Mr. Punch in Wig and Gown: The Lighter Side of Bench and Bar |
| Note | Reading ease score: 76.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Mr. Punch in Wig and Gown: The Lighter Side of Bench and Bar" by Hammerton and Marks is a humorous collection written during the late 19th century. This work delves into the legal profession, particularly the whimsical and lighter aspects associated with the bench and bar, as showcased through witty illustrations and satirical commentary. It aims to provide an amusing take on legal proceedings, the personalities involved, and the quirks of judicial life. The opening of the text introduces the reader to the satirical tone since it highlights Mr. Punch's role in addressing and lampooning various issues within the legal system. It presents an overview of Mr. Punch's ongoing critiques, poking fun at judges, barristers, and witnesses while discussing broader legal themes such as law reform and the disparities in sentencing. This introduction sets the stage for a series of witty anecdotes, poems, and illustrations that mock the eccentricities of the legal world, promising a lighthearted exploration of law that is both entertaining and reflective of the societal attitudes of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections |
| Subject | English wit and humor |
| Subject | English wit and humor, Pictorial |
| Subject | Law -- Great Britain -- Humor |
| Subject | Law -- Humor |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 48339 |
| Release Date | Feb 22, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 92 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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