Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 93, August 13, 1887 by Various
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"Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 93, August 13, 1887" by Various is a satirical periodical published during the late 19th century. This work is a collection of humorous illustrations, poems, and commentary that addresses contemporary social and political issues in Victorian England. "Punch" is known for its witty critique of society, and this volume carries on that tradition, likely discussing topics such as cricket culture, political scandals, and the eccentricities of
public life. The content of this volume consists of a variety of sketches and articles that reflect on events and personalities of the time. It includes a celebratory poem regarding Surrey's cricket victory over Notts, parliamentary debates on whimsical bills, and witty observations on popular culture and politics. The humor ranges from light-hearted banter about sports to sharp critiques of politicians and societal norms. The writing is characterized by playful language and a blend of poetic form with prose, representing the humorous spirit of the era while engaging with serious themes in a satirical manner. Overall, the book serves as both a snapshot of its time and a testament to "Punch's" enduring legacy in humor and social commentary. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Editor | Burnand, F. C. (Francis Cowley), 1836-1917 |
| Title | Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 93, August 13, 1887 |
| Credits |
Produced by Punch, or the London Charivari, Matt Whittaker, Malcolm Farmer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 73.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | English wit and humor -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 25361 |
| Release Date | May 7, 2008 |
| Last Update | Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 463 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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