| Author |
Various |
| Editor |
Seaman, Owen, 1861-1936 |
| Title |
Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 159, December 15, 1920
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 72.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Lesley Halamek, Jonathan Ingram, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net/)
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| Summary |
"Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 159, December 15, 1920" by Various is a collection of humorous articles and illustrations from the renowned British magazine Punch, written in the early 20th century. This publication features a satirical exploration of contemporary social, political, and cultural issues through witty commentary and cartoonish sketches, capturing the spirit of the post-World War I era in Britain. The content of this volume is varied; it includes amusing observations on societal norms, theatrical reviews, and mocking commentary on politics and sports. The pieces reflect the concerns and absurdities of the time, from the struggles of travel regulations during the holiday season to the humorous critiques of eminent figures such as Winston Churchill and the contemporary fascination with celebrities. There are also whimsical poems, whimsical takes on golf, social commentary on women’s fashion, and lighthearted reflections on the ramifications of political decisions. Overall, the magazine serves both as entertainment and as a lens into the social landscape of 1920s Britain, making it a delightful read for fans of historical satire. (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. |
19334 |
| Release Date |
Sep 19, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 1, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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