Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 150, June 21st, 1916

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. 150, June 21st, 1916" by Various is a satirical periodical published during the early 20th century. This edition of "Punch," a well-known British humor magazine, reflects the social and political atmosphere of its time, notably during World War I. The topics range from commentary on military happenings to humorous takes on everyday life during wartime, showcasing the blend of wit and criticism characteristic of the publication. The content of this edition includes a collection of humorous sketches, anecdotes, and commentary that engage with contemporary issues, such as military readiness, societal changes due to wartime demands, and the quirks of life in London, all presented with a comedic flair. Various pieces highlight the absurdities experienced by civilians and military personnel alike, including the experiences of a man joining the army out of loneliness rather than patriotism, and a series of humorous dialogues that critique military and political figures. This engaging and entertaining satire reveals not only the challenges of the time but also the resilience and humor of the British populace during a tumultuous period. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

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

Notes:

Reading ease score: 70.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2012-02-19