Mr. Punch's History of Modern England, Vol. 4 (of 4).—1892-1914 by Graves
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| Author | Graves, Charles L. (Charles Larcom), 1856-1944 |
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| Title | Mr. Punch's History of Modern England, Vol. 4 (of 4).—1892-1914 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 64.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Mr. Punch's History of Modern England, Vol. 4 (of 4)—1892-1914" by Charles L. Graves is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work encapsulates the significant political, social, and cultural changes that occurred in England during the transition from the Victorian era to the onset of World War I. The text primarily focuses on political events, social transformations, and key figures who shaped this dynamic period, including references to influential leaders like Mr. Gladstone and Mr. Balfour. The opening of the volume sets the stage for a detailed exploration of the complexities of English society and politics from 1892 to 1914. It discusses the end of the Victorian age, the evolving political landscape marked by the return of Liberal leaders and the emergence of various notable personalities such as Mr. Lloyd George and Mr. Winston Churchill. The narrative touches on significant developments like the introduction of the Death Duties, the impact of organized labor, and the rising influence of women seeking greater rights, all while maintaining a satirical undertone typical of the "Punch" style. This engaging blend of historical analysis and humor provides readers an insightful reflection on a pivotal era in modern English history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- Victoria, 1837-1901 -- Humor |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 48405 |
| Release Date | Mar 4, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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