Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 159, December 8, 1920 by Various
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"Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 159, December 8, 1920" by Various is a collection of satirical articles and illustrations published in the early 20th century. This quintessential British periodical employs humor and wit to comment on contemporary social, political, and cultural issues, reflecting the mindset of the post-World War I era. The publication serves as a snapshot of its time, consisting of varied content such as "Charivaria," which pokes fun at
public figures and current events through playful commentary and absurd anecdotes. Notable pieces include observations on the behavior of politicians and lighthearted criticism of various social customs. The humor ranges from clever wordplay to humorous narratives, depicting characters from different walks of life, all while highlighting the absurdities of everyday experiences and societal norms during that time in England. Overall, the volume encapsulates the satirical spirit of the era, making it both an entertaining and thought-provoking read. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Editor | Seaman, Owen, 1861-1936 |
| Title | Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 159, December 8, 1920 |
| Credits |
Produced by Lesley Halamek, Jonathan Ingram and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 70.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | English wit and humor -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 19127 |
| Release Date | Aug 26, 2006 |
| Last Update | Aug 31, 2006 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 371 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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