Punch or the London Charivari, Vol. 147, December 16, 1914

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Various

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. 147, December 16, 1914" by Various is a satirical magazine published during the early 20th century. This volume of the iconic British journal "Punch" captures the social and political commentary of its time amidst the backdrop of World War I. The publication is likely a mixture of humor, illustration, and critical observations regarding contemporary events, particularly focusing on issues related to the war and societal responses to it. Throughout the magazine, readers will encounter a range of humorous sketches, poems, and articles that address various aspects of wartime life and the broader context of early 1914 Britain. The content reflects on military life, civilian experiences, and the absurdities of war, often employing irony and wit. Notably, various pieces highlight the tensions between national pride and the grim realities of conflict, with contributing voices ranging from ordinary citizens to military personnel. Overall, the collection serves both as entertainment and as a historical document, revealing the attitudes and sentiments of British society during a critical moment in history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Neville Allen, Malcolm Farmer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 69.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2009-08-09