Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 158, 1920-04-28

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Various

Contributor:

Seaman, Owen, 1861-1936

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 158, 1920-04-28" by Various is a collection of satirical articles and illustrations published during the early 20th century, specifically in the aftermath of World War I. The book is an emblematic piece of a British publication known for its humorous commentary on social, political, and cultural issues of the time. It encapsulates the socio-political climate of post-war Britain, likely addressing topics ranging from budgetary concerns to social changes and governmental affairs. The content is characterized by witty observations and clever sketches poking fun at various aspects of contemporary life, including the absurdities of bureaucracy, economic concerns, and public figures. Each piece, often written in a humorous verse or prose, reflects the thoughts of the day, combining satire with a touch of nostalgia for the times before the war. The creators of the magazine used their platform to express public sentiment, critique societal norms, and ignite laughter through their playful jests about everyday occurrences and notable events, making this volume a rich historical document as well as an entertainment piece. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by V. L. Simpson, Jonathan Ingram and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 68.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2007-09-17