Mr. Punch Awheel: The Humours of Motoring and Cycling by J. A. Hammerton
"Mr. Punch Awheel: The Humours of Motoring and Cycling" by J. A. Hammerton is a collection of humorous essays and illustrations reflecting on the quirky and often chaotic world of early 20th-century motoring and cycling. It captures the evolving attitudes toward these newly popular modes of transport in a distinctly British manner, suggesting that it was likely written during the late 19th to early 20th century. The anthology features various characters and
scenarios that highlight the misadventures and societal observations surrounding both cyclists and motorists. The opening of the work introduces readers to the lively atmosphere of motoring and cycling, as well as the satirical lens through which these activities are viewed. It sets the tone with quirky anecdotes that feature mishaps on the road, such as a motorist’s disastrous attempts at top-speed note-taking, and cleverly woven dialogues showcasing the characters’ humorous misunderstandings and societal quirks. Throughout this segment, the playful language and vivid illustrations serve to encapsulate the essence of the era's humor regarding the tumultuous relationship between humans and their machines. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Editor | Hammerton, J. A. (John Alexander), 1871-1949 |
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| Title | Mr. Punch Awheel: The Humours of Motoring and Cycling |
| Note | Reading ease score: 76.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by David Edwards, Neville Allen, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (http://www.archive.org) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections |
| Subject | English wit and humor |
| Subject | English wit and humor, Pictorial |
| Subject | Automobiles -- Anecdotes |
| Subject | Cycling -- Anecdotes |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 29022 |
| Release Date | Jun 1, 2009 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 149 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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