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Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 104, January 7, 1893

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Project Gutenberg Online Catalog
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:
To be supplied : Project Gutenberg, 2010.
Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,
Summary:
"Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 104, January 7, 1893" by Various is a satirical magazine publication written in the late 19th century. This work falls within the genre of humor and social commentary, encapsulating the wit and critical observations of life during that era. The topics covered in this volume range from political satire to societal norms, providing a reflection on contemporary issues through a humorous lens. The content of this volume features various comedic sketches, poems, and critiques focusing on events such as the upcoming Royal Marriage and societal trends of the time. Through clever verse and illustrations, the authors poke fun at the political landscape, artistic failings, and everyday frustrations faced by the public, such as laundry woes and holiday cheer. Thematically, the magazine captures the spirit of its time, addressing the absurdities of life in Victorian England and critiquing the social mores and politics of the period. Overall, it serves not only as entertainment but as an insightful commentary on the human condition and the intricacies of society, making it a valuable artifact of social history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Credits:
Produced by Neville Allen, Juliet Sutherland and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
Notes:
Reading ease score: 72.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Release date is 2008-08-21

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