02136cam a22003133u 4500 24157 UtSlPG 20260610133544.0 m cr n 260607r2008||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 AP Various Punch, or the London Charivari, May 27, 1914 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2008 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2008-01-04 Produced by Malcolm Farmer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "Punch, or the London Charivari, May 27, 1914" by Various is a satirical periodical published during the early 20th century. This book belongs to a collection of humorous essays and illustrations, showcasing the wit and commentary typical of the "Punch" magazine, which has been influential in British satire since the Victorian era. The likely topic centers around social and political commentary of the time, reflecting views on contemporary events, cultural norms, and the absurdities of society. The content includes a mix of humorous articles, poems, and caricatures that critique various aspects of early 20th-century British life. Notable pieces within this edition touch upon topics such as the reception of sports news, commentary on theatre performances, and the societal implications of emerging trends, like cannibalism as a fashionable concern. Various writers contribute to this lively tapestry of satire, poking fun at politicians, social customs, and even mundane life, all while employing a humorous and often absurd lens to mirror the complexities of the world leading up to World War I. (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/24157 65158 65158