Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 156, May 14, 1919 by Various
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About this eBook
| Author | Various |
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| Title | Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 156, May 14, 1919 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 70.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Malcolm Farmer, Sandra Brown and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. |
| Summary | "Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 156, May 14, 1919" by Various is a satirical magazine published in the early 20th century that captures the spirit of post-World War I Britain. This publication reflects contemporary issues, societal norms, and political landscapes through humor, caricatures, and witty commentary. The likely topic of this particular volume revolves around the absurdities of the time, including the aftermath of the war, social dynamics, and the events leading to the peace treaty negotiations. The content of this edition includes a series of amusing anecdotes, political satire, and clever observations about societal behavior. For example, it humorously critiques the behavior of the German envoys at the Peace Conference and reflects on various bizarre incidents, such as the curious case of a resident wondering about the whereabouts of cheese and a commentary on the changing habits of birds influenced by competition. The writing employs a tongue-in-cheek style, interspersed with poetry and illustrations, serving to entertain while also provoking thought about the political and social issues of the day. Through its blend of humor and critique, this volume of "Punch" invites readers to reflect on the quirky, chaotic world around them in a time of transition. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | English wit and humor -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 12114 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 281 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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