Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 153, July 11, 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, July 11, 1917" is a satirical periodical edited by various authors during the early 20th century, specifically around the time of World War I. This collection represents the essence of British humor and commentary during a time of significant social and political upheaval. Through cartoons, humorous articles, and witty observations, the publication sheds light on contemporary issues, often poking fun at the war, society, and politics. This volume encapsulates a broad range of topics, including the absurdities of wartime life, public figures, and societal norms. It includes humorous takes on the challenges of being a soldier, life at home in London, and the bizarre situations arising from the wartime mentality. Each entry, from amusing headlines to comedic poems, highlights both the grim reality of World War I and the lighter moments that offered much-needed levity to readers. The recurring themes of camaraderie, sarcasm, and social commentary provide an engaging snapshot of public sentiment during this tumultuous period. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Jonathan Ingram and PG Distributed Proofreaders

Notes:

Reading ease score: 71.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2003-11-01