Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 159, August 18th, 1920
Various
Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 159, August 18th, 1920 - 1 online resource : multiple file formats
Release date is 2005-09-17
Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Keith Edkins and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Keith Edkins and the Online
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"Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 159, August 18th, 1920" by Various is a satirical magazine format publication originating from the early 20th century. This edition of "Punch" features a collection of amusing sketches, sharp wit, and social commentary reflective of post-World War I British society. Through its lighthearted yet critical tone, the content highlights various contemporary issues and cultural observations of the time, with a focus on humor and satire. The book encompasses a range of topics, each presented with clever quips and illustrations. It includes reports and musings on civil unrest, social absurdities, and notable figures from the political landscape, often addressing the paradoxes and contradictions present in everyday situations. For instance, it covers humorous takes on civil war in Ireland, the high cost of living, and the eccentricities of local governance, alongside whimsical pieces like a fictional account of a character named "Sir Bowles," who imagines himself as a knight in a comedic battle. The blend of light humor with social critique creates a rich tapestry of early 20th-century British life as conveyed through the lens of "Punch." (This is an automatically generated summary.)
English wit and humor -- Periodicals
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Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 159, August 18th, 1920 - 1 online resource : multiple file formats
Release date is 2005-09-17
Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Keith Edkins and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Keith Edkins and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
"Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 159, August 18th, 1920" by Various is a satirical magazine format publication originating from the early 20th century. This edition of "Punch" features a collection of amusing sketches, sharp wit, and social commentary reflective of post-World War I British society. Through its lighthearted yet critical tone, the content highlights various contemporary issues and cultural observations of the time, with a focus on humor and satire. The book encompasses a range of topics, each presented with clever quips and illustrations. It includes reports and musings on civil unrest, social absurdities, and notable figures from the political landscape, often addressing the paradoxes and contradictions present in everyday situations. For instance, it covers humorous takes on civil war in Ireland, the high cost of living, and the eccentricities of local governance, alongside whimsical pieces like a fictional account of a character named "Sir Bowles," who imagines himself as a knight in a comedic battle. The blend of light humor with social critique creates a rich tapestry of early 20th-century British life as conveyed through the lens of "Punch." (This is an automatically generated summary.)
English wit and humor -- Periodicals
AP