Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 100, April 18, 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 100, April 18, 1891" by Various is a collection of satirical articles and illustrations created during the late 19th century. This work represents the characteristic humor and political commentary typical of the Victorian era, highlighting social, political, and cultural issues of the time. The publication is primarily known for its humorous take on contemporary events, showcasing wit through caricatures and mock articles. The volume includes a variety of segments, such as "Leaves from a Candidate's Diary," which provides a humorous portrayal of a Conservative candidate's experiences and challenges as he navigates the world of politics and local media. The contrasting perspectives from local newspapers about his candidacy further amplify the comic effect. Other pieces in the collection tackle themes like societal norms, politics, and the absurdities of daily life, merging humor with social critique. Through clever writing and visual satire, the book captures the essence of the period's preoccupations and delights in its commentary, making it an engaging read for anyone interested in historical satire and social commentary. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

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

Notes:

Reading ease score: 73.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2004-08-30