Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 104, April 29, 1893

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Various

Contributor:

Burnand, F. C. (Francis Cowley), 1836-1917.

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. 104, April 29, 1893" by Various is a humorous periodical publication from the late 19th century. This collection features satirical content reflecting the social and political life of the time, employing wit and irony in a manner characteristic of the Victorian era's journalistic and literary styles. The likely topic revolves around contemporary societal issues, politics, and cultural commentary, showcasing the publication's role as a platform for satire and critique. The content of this volume of "Punch" includes various sketches, witty dialogues, and comical poems that touch on subjects such as playwriting, national celebrations, and social commentary on current events. Through humor and satire, the contributors explore themes of virtue, political dilemmas, and eccentricities of public figures, such as the proposal of a "Dragon's Day" and critiques of contemporary literature and theater. The lively exchanges and caricatures included illustrate the vibrant social commentary of the time, making readers reflect on the absurdities of society while providing entertainment. Overall, it serves as a window into the cultural atmosphere of the late 19th century, highlighting both the follies and the eccentricities of Victorian life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Lesley Halamek, Juliet Sutherland and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 73.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2008-01-23