Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 93, July 9, 1887.

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, Volume 93, July 9, 1887" by Various is a humorous magazine publication that was produced during the late 19th century. As part of the long-running "Punch" series, this volume captures the social and political satire prevalent in Victorian England, reflecting on contemporary events, cultural phenomena, and the quirks of British society. The likely topics covered include theatre, cricket, and royal festivities, all delivered through a lens of wit and irony typical of the period. In this particular issue, the content consists of various humorous sketches and verses that explore a range of subjects, from the confusion caused by multiple operatic performances in London to the challenges of cricket matches. One segment humorously critiques the overlapping opera productions that leave attendees bewildered, while another details the antics of public figures during royal events and cricket matches. The authors present a vibrant snapshot of the cultural landscape of the time, showcasing the charm and absurdity of life, particularly in relation to entertainment and public gatherings, all backed by Punch's signature satirical voice. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

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

Notes:

Reading ease score: 75.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2010-05-31