Punchinello, Volume 1, No. 16, July 16, 1870 by Various

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Author Various
Title Punchinello, Volume 1, No. 16, July 16, 1870
Note Reading ease score: 72.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Punchinello, Volume 1, No. 16, July 16, 1870" is a humorous and satirical weekly publication created by Various authors during the late 19th century (Victorian era). This periodical features a mix of articles, comic sketches, and parodies, with social commentary often directed at contemporary events, politics, and culture. The content embodies the comedic and critical tone characteristic of satirical journalism of that time. The issue includes a serialized adaptation titled "The Mystery of Mr. E. Drood" by Orpheus C. Kerr, which engages readers with its witty dialogue and humorous take on the lives of its characters, particularly the interactions between young men and women as they navigate personal misunderstandings and societal expectations. The narrative emphasizes the folly of misunderstandings, such as the quarrel between Mr. Edwin Drood and Mr. Montgomery Pendragon, revealing themes of romance entangled with the comedic disputes of the characters. Throughout its pages, "Punchinello" employs clever wordplay and absurd situations to reflect the whims and follies of human nature, making it both entertaining and thought-provoking for its audience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class AP: General Works: Periodicals
Subject American wit and humor -- Periodicals
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EBook-No. 9877
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Most Recently Updated Dec 27, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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