Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 158, 1920-06-30 by Various
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"Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 158, 1920-06-30" by Various is a humorous periodical publication that captures the cultural and social atmosphere of early 20th century Britain, particularly in the aftermath of World War I. As a satirical magazine, it features a collection of cartoons, comic sketches, and witty articles that reflect contemporary issues, politics, and everyday life. The content likely emerges from the vibrant and tumultuous period of the early 1920s,
which was characterized by a blend of optimism and the lingering effects of the recent war. The book consists primarily of short, comical articles and commentary on various societal topics, ranging from politics and social norms to peculiar anecdotes and observations about daily life. It includes whimsical takes on events in Ireland, peculiar court cases, and even musings on the eating of asparagus, exhibiting the blend of absurdity and clever wordplay typical of "Punch". The satirical tone serves not just to entertain, but also to critique and reflect upon the era's socio-political landscape, engaging readers with both humor and insight into the everyday concerns of British society at the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Title | Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 158, 1920-06-30 |
| Credits |
Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Keith Edkins and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 68.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | English wit and humor -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 16640 |
| Release Date | Sep 4, 2005 |
| Last Update | Dec 12, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 374 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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