Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 101, November 14, 1891

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 101, November 14, 1891" by Various is a satirical periodical publication that reflects the social and political climate of the late 19th century, specifically during the Victorian era. This volume includes a collection of humorous articles, illustrations, and letters, often poking fun at contemporary figures and societal norms, particularly focusing on themes such as vanity, ambition, and the peculiarities of public life. The content dives into various topics, such as a letter addressed to "Vanity," which critiques the character Hermione Maybloom, a beautiful but selfish socialite who ultimately faces the consequences of her superficial lifestyle. The text narrates her rise in society through charm and manipulation, her eventual downfall, and the emotional turmoil inflicted upon those she discarded, especially the men who admired her. This serves as a commentary on the hollowness of celebrity and the fleeting nature of social status, making it poignant yet entertaining for readers interested in Victorian literature and social commentary. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Malcolm Farmer, and the PG Online Distributed Proofreading Team.

Notes:

Reading ease score: 73.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2004-11-17