| Author |
Various |
| Title |
Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 159, 1920-09-08
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 71.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Keith Edkins and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 159, 1920-09-08" by Various is a satirical publication written in the early 20th century. This book comprises a collection of humorous sketches, political commentary, and witty observations that reflect the social and political climate of the time just after World War I. The aim is to critique various aspects of society through humor and satire, making it a cultural artifact that captures the essence of the period. The contents feature various comedic pieces, including anecdotes about everyday life, political satire addressing contemporary events and figures, and lighthearted commentary on societal norms and behaviors. The contributors engage in humorous commentary on issues ranging from economic conditions and social mores to personal anecdotes of characters like Micklebrown, who is comically obsessed with finding a lost topaz. The blend of illustrated satire, poetry, and fictional news stories creates a vibrant picture of post-war British society, appealing to readers with its sharp wit and clever humor. (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. |
16877 |
| Release Date |
Oct 14, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 12, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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