02265cam a22003133u 4500 21590 UtSlPG 20260610133510.0 m cr n 260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 AP Various Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 98, January 18, 1890 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2007 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2007-05-23 Produced by V. L. Simpson, Malcolm Farmer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net "Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 98, January 18, 1890" by Various is a satirical periodical published during the late 19th century. This volume of "Punch" exemplifies the wit and humor typical of the publication, offering commentary on contemporary social issues, political affairs, and entertainment, particularly focusing on theatre and the amateur performance scene. The content of this specific issue includes several humorous pieces, one of which critiques an amateur theatre production involving a parrot that unexpectedly steals the spotlight during a comedic performance. Characters like Lady Surbiton and Mrs. Gagmore provide a glimpse into the social circles of the time, discussing the intricacies of attending theatrical events while humorous scenarios unfold on stage, revealing the absurdities of both amateur and professional theatrical productions. Other segments provide jests about current affairs, such as public health concerns and the difficulties faced by cab drivers, all delivered with linguistic flair and comic timing. Overall, this volume serves as a reflection of the cultural landscape of its time, blending humor with keen societal observations. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified English wit and humor -- Periodicals Burnand, F. C. (Francis Cowley), 1836-1917 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/21590 62742 62742