| Author |
Various |
| Editor |
Seaman, Owen, 1861-1936 |
| Title |
Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 158, 1920-05-05
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 70.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Matt Whittaker, Jonathan Ingram, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 158, 1920-05-05" by Various is a satirical magazine publication written in the early 20th century. This volume captures the social and political climate of post-World War I Britain through humor and wit, addressing contemporary issues of the time, including political commentary, societal norms, and cultural observations. The content of this particular issue is a collection of illustrated articles, light-hearted observations, and humorous verse that address various aspects of life during that era. Topics range from the absurdities of political decisions, such as budget discussions and the aftermath of war, to societal critiques around fashion and behavior. The characters and anecdotes presented often reflect the idiosyncrasies of the British public and its leaders, showcasing the magazine's commitment to poke fun at the serious nature of political discourse while providing an entertaining glimpse into the everyday lives and concerns of its readers. Overall, the publication serves as a witty commentary on the absurdities of life as they were viewed in the 1920s. (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. |
23518 |
| Release Date |
Nov 16, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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