| Author |
Various |
| Title |
Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 103, October 22, 1892
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 73.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Malcolm Farmer, William Flis, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 103, October 22, 1892" by Various is a humorous periodical published during the late 19th century. It is part of a long-running British publication known for its satirical take on contemporary society, politics, and culture. The book captures the whimsical and often irreverent spirit of the time, offering readers a collection of comedic sketches, poems, and illustrations that comment on various aspects of life in Victorian England. The content of this volume includes an epitaph for the late William Hardwick Bradbury, as well as a selection of humorous anecdotes and poems that provoke laughter while offering social commentary. Readers will find witty dialogues and clever satire on topics such as the power of the press, the limitations of traditional military discipline, and the nature of poetic ambition. The sketches feature a mix of fictional narratives and real-life observations, all presented in a light-hearted style typical of Punch's enduring charm and its role as a mirror to Victorian society. Overall, this volume provides an entertaining blend of humor and insight, making it a delightful read for fans of historical satire. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
AP: General Works: Periodicals
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| Subject |
English wit and humor -- Periodicals
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
15594 |
| Release Date |
Apr 9, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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