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Various |
| Editor |
Seaman, Owen, 1861-1936 |
| Title |
Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 158, June 9, 1920
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 72.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Lesley Halamek, Jonathan Ingram, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 158, June 9, 1920" by Various is a collection of satirical articles and cartoons published during the early 20th century. This periodical, reflecting the social and political climate of its time, offers humorous commentary on contemporary issues, events, and personalities, making it an essential reading for those interested in historical satire. The content of this particular volume includes a mixture of witty observations, fictional dialogues, and light-hearted poetry that capture the essence of British humor in the aftermath of World War I. Topics range from the challenges of daily life in London, whimsical inventions, and contemporary politics to amusing anecdotes about cultural clashes, particularly between British individuals and Americans. Through its playful language and sharp wit, the publication aims to entertain readers while subtly critiquing societal norms and political affairs of the time. Each piece presents a snapshot of the thoughts and attitudes prevalent among the British public in the year 1920, providing valuable insights into the era's culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
AP: General Works: Periodicals
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| Subject |
English wit and humor -- Periodicals
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
31119 |
| Release Date |
Jan 29, 2010 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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