Mr. Punch in the Hunting Field
Hammerton, J. A. 1871-1949
Mr. Punch in the Hunting Field - 1 online resource : multiple file formats
Release date is 2012-03-15
Produced by Neville Allen, Chris Curnow and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive) Produced by Neville Allen, Chris Curnow and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive)
"Mr. Punch in the Hunting Field" by J. A. Hammerton and John Leech is a humorous collection from the renowned British publication "Punch," known for its satirical and comedic illustrations. This book, part of the "Punch Library of Humour," was likely compiled in the late 19th to early 20th century, capturing the essence of British hunting culture through witty drawings and anecdotes. The primary topic revolves around the quirks and follies associated with hunting, as observed and depicted by various artists contributing to "Punch" over the years. The book is a playful exploration of the hunting field, filled with witty illustrations and verses that reflect the humorous nature of the sport. Through character sketches and comic scenarios, it highlights the mishaps of both novice and seasoned hunters, the interactions between horses and hounds, as well as the social dynamics of hunting gatherings. Each illustration is accompanied by clever commentary or verses that satirize aspects of equestrian culture, the often comical outcomes of hunts, and the idiosyncrasies of the sport. Its charming and lighthearted approach makes it an enjoyable read for those interested in historical humor and English country life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
English wit and humor English wit and humor, Pictorial Fox hunting -- Humor
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Mr. Punch in the Hunting Field - 1 online resource : multiple file formats
Release date is 2012-03-15
Produced by Neville Allen, Chris Curnow and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive) Produced by Neville Allen, Chris Curnow and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive)
"Mr. Punch in the Hunting Field" by J. A. Hammerton and John Leech is a humorous collection from the renowned British publication "Punch," known for its satirical and comedic illustrations. This book, part of the "Punch Library of Humour," was likely compiled in the late 19th to early 20th century, capturing the essence of British hunting culture through witty drawings and anecdotes. The primary topic revolves around the quirks and follies associated with hunting, as observed and depicted by various artists contributing to "Punch" over the years. The book is a playful exploration of the hunting field, filled with witty illustrations and verses that reflect the humorous nature of the sport. Through character sketches and comic scenarios, it highlights the mishaps of both novice and seasoned hunters, the interactions between horses and hounds, as well as the social dynamics of hunting gatherings. Each illustration is accompanied by clever commentary or verses that satirize aspects of equestrian culture, the often comical outcomes of hunts, and the idiosyncrasies of the sport. Its charming and lighthearted approach makes it an enjoyable read for those interested in historical humor and English country life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
English wit and humor English wit and humor, Pictorial Fox hunting -- Humor
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