Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 153, October 3, 1917

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 153, October 3, 1917" is a satirical magazine compilation created by various authors during the early 20th century, specifically amidst the backdrop of World War I. The publication serves as a humorous commentary on contemporary society, politics, and the absurdities of war, employing satire to engage with the realities of the time. This edition includes a mixture of illustrated sketches, light-hearted articles, and witty literary quips that lampoon various societal facets, such as military bureaucracy, domestic life during wartime, and the impact of air raids on citizens. Through mock-serious articles and humorous sketches, it captures the spirit of the British populace as they navigate the challenges and oddities of life under the shadow of an ongoing war, revealing both their resilience and a uniquely British sense of humor in the face of adversity. Each piece resonates with themes of irony and absurdity, offering a window into the period's cultural landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

E-text prepared by Jonathan Ingram

Notes:

Reading ease score: 72.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2004-01-01