02183cam a22003013u 4500 13966 UtSlPG 20260610133329.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 AP Various Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 152, January 17, 1917 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 2004-11-06 Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Punch, or the London Charivari, Sandra Brown and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. "Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 152, January 17, 1917" by Various is a satirical publication stemming from the early 20th century, during a tumultuous period marked by World War I. This volume is part of a long-running humorous and political magazine known for its witty commentary and caricatures that lampoon contemporary social and political issues. The book likely addresses the absurdities of wartime life alongside the broader cultural trends of the era. The content of this particular volume features a collection of humorous articles, poems, and sketches that reflect the sentiments and experiences of British society during World War I. The sketches depict various subjects ranging from military bureaucracy and civilian life to the absurdities of wartime propaganda. Themes of ironic commentary are prevalent as the writers explore topics such as food shortages, military promotions, and the interactions of social classes amidst the chaos of war. The witty exchanges between characters are infused with a light-hearted tone that provides a satirical yet engaging perspective on the complexities of life during this historical moment. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified English wit and humor -- Periodicals https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/13966 55354 55354