Various creator Seaman, Owen 1861-1936 text utu 2007 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 150, February 2, 1916" by Various is a collection of satirical articles and illustrations from the weekly British humor magazine "Punch," which was popular in the early 20th century. This volume reflects the cultural and social atmosphere during World War I, encapsulating the humor, absurdities, and serious undertones of life at that time. The book likely addresses a wide range of topics, primarily focused on war commentary, societal issues, and humorous observations. The content of this volume features a mix of witty cartoons, amusing anecdotes, and satirical commentary on contemporary events, particularly concerning the war efforts and public life in Britain. Articles parody various aspects of military and civilian life, addressing everything from food shortages and military bureaucracy to the quirks of daily existence amidst wartime conditions. The humor is often light-hearted but carries a poignant edge, revealing the tensions and struggles experienced by both soldiers and civilians during the conflict. Through its illustrations and written pieces, this volume serves as a snapshot of British society's resilience and spirit during the turbulent period of the Great War. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2007-08-14 Produced by Stephen Blundell, Jonathan Ingram and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified English wit and humor -- Periodicals AP Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/22313 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/22313 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133520.0 22313