Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 99, September 27, 1890 by Various
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"Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 99, September 27, 1890" is a satirical publication by Various authors, reflecting the social and political climate of the late 19th century (Victorian era). This book encompasses a collection of humorous articles, poems, and illustrations that critique various aspects of society, including politics, class structure, and contemporary cultural behaviors. The likely topic of the book is a satirical observation of British life during this period. The
content of this particular volume features a variety of sketches and essays that explore themes like the role of the "Servant of Society," who is depicted as a social climber and a sycophant, who ingratiates himself with the wealthy and powerful. Other pieces include light-hearted poems commenting on topics like the price of wheat and its relation to marriage rates, and amusing anecdotes about the absurdities of social norms and expectations. Through clever wordplay and witty observations, "Punch" serves both as entertainment and as a critique of its contemporary society, providing insight into the social dynamics and cultural attitudes of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Title | Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 99, September 27, 1890 |
| Credits |
Produced by Malcolm Farmer, William Flis and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 70.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | English wit and humor -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 12262 |
| Release Date | May 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 284 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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