Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 105 December 30, 1893 by Various
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"Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 105 December 30, 1893" edited by Sir Francis Burnand is a collection of humorous articles and illustrations written during the late 19th century. This publication is a representation of periodical humor that captures various aspects of Victorian society, politics, and cultural events through satire and wit. The book likely addresses topics such as political commentary, social norms, and the holidays, particularly from a humorous perspective. The
content features a mix of sketches, anecdotes, and poems, with a notable story titled "The Adventures of Picklock Holes," which revolves around a clever detective solving the case of a stolen boundary—the “march”—as well as a series of humorous takes on Christmas festivities and the social customs of the time. Other entries depict festive gatherings, reflections on historical figures, and the comical proceedings of Parliament, showcasing the interplay between humor and social critique. Overall, the collection serves as a delightful snapshot of the humor and societal issues of its era. (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, Vol. 105 December 30, 1893 |
| Credits |
Produced by Malcolm Farmer, Lesley Halamek and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 71.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | English wit and humor -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 40636 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-40636-7 |
| Release Date | Sep 1, 2012 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 479 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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