Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 152, January 10, 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 152, January 10, 1917" by Various is a satirical magazine published in the early 20th century. This collection offers humorous commentary on the social and political issues of its time, with a particular focus on the impact of World War I on British society. The magazine is known for its witty illustrations, cartoons, and prose, reflecting the cultural atmosphere of England during wartime. The content of this volume includes a variety of sketches and articles that provide commentary on current events, such as train service disruptions due to the war, rising prices, and military drafts. The pieces utilize humor to address serious topics, often poking fun at government officials, military strategies, and societal changes during the conflict. Notable sections include whimsical poems, illustrated anecdotes, and sharp observations about everyday life in wartime Britain, all of which collectively convey the resilience and absurdity of life amidst the challenges faced during the war. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

E-text prepared by Jonathan Ingram and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team

Notes:

Reading ease score: 71.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2004-11-23