02332cam a22003133u 4500 22576 UtSlPG 20260610133523.0 m cr n 260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 AP Various Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 146, February 18, 1914 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 2007-09-11 Produced by Malcolm Farmer, David King, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 146, February 18, 1914" by Various is a collection of satirical articles and cartoons originally featured in the popular British magazine "Punch," which is known for its humor and political commentary. This volume was produced during the early 20th century, a period marked by significant social and political changes in Britain. The content revolves around various topics of the day, often addressing contemporary political events, societal quirks, and cultural phenomena with wit and irony. The book includes a variety of humorous sketches, letters, and topical commentaries that highlight the absurdities of life in early 1914. Notable entries cover political figures and events, social customs, and the interactions between different societal classes, often poking fun at the establishment and current affairs. For example, the articles discuss a teacher's strike as a potential disaster for education, clever barbs aimed at politicians like Lloyd George, and whimsical takes on everyday occurrences, such as a bazaar cushion that serves as a humorous device to dodge obligations. Overall, this collection captures the essence of British humor from the time, making it a fascinating read for anyone interested in historical satire. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified English wit and humor -- Periodicals Seaman, Owen, 1861-1936 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/22576 63693 63693