Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 103, August 27, 1892 by Various
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About this eBook
| Author | Various |
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| Title | Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 103, August 27, 1892 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 83.5 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Malcolm Farmer, William Flis, and the PG Online Distributed Proofreading Team. |
| Summary | "Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 103, August 27, 1892" by Various is a humorous periodical publication produced in the late 19th century. This issue of "Punch" exemplifies satirical commentary and illustration that captures the social and political climate of the time, reflecting various events, trends, and public figures through wit and joviality. The likely topics of the book encompass a range of comedic sketches, poems, and illustrations that address contemporary themes, including society, politics, and entertainment. The content of this volume provides a fitting representation of Victorian humor, including sketches such as "Two-Penn'orth of Theosophy," where a Spectacled Gentleman entertains an audience at a fair with supernatural claims and entertaining illusions involving spirit tobacco. Other segments blend sharp political satire with lighthearted banter, encapsulated in various articles addressing current events, social issues, and notable figures of the era. Throughout, the text mixes comedic elements with pointed critiques, making it an engaging read for those interested in historical perspectives on humor and satire in society. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | English wit and humor -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 15144 |
| Release Date | Feb 22, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 95 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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