02059cam a22003013u 4500 12469 UtSlPG 20260610133309.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 AP Various Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 99, November 8, 1890 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-05-01 Produced by Malcolm Farmer, William Flis, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. "Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 99, November 8, 1890" by Various is a humorous periodical publication typical of the late 19th century (Victorian era). The book serves as a collection of satirical pieces and illustrations, focusing on social and political commentary relevant to its time. It highlights the customs, attitudes, and preoccupations of British society during this era through witty stories and anecdotes. The content contains a variety of sketches and humorous articles, including a fictional tale about the officers of the Purple Dragoons, featuring a character called Captain Emily who is comically naïve. This narrative is intertwined with various whimsical and absurd reflections on topics like fashion, politics, and the experience of soldiers. The periodical captures the essence of British humor—blending absurdity with social critique—while also showcasing the distinctively playful art style of the time that accompanies its text, making it an entertaining read for those interested in historical satire and Victorian culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified English wit and humor -- Periodicals https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/12469 53887 53887