02163cam a22003133u 4500 24453 UtSlPG 20260610133548.0 m cr n 260607r2008||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 AP Various Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 146, June 17, 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 2008-01-29 E-text prepared by Jane Hyland, Malcolm Farmer, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team "Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 146, June 17, 1914" by Various is a humorous periodical written in the early 20th century, encapsulating British social and political commentary through satire and illustration. This work embodies the style and essence of "Punch," which was known for its wit and critical perspective on contemporary issues, making it a significant representation of British humor during that time. The content of this volume consists of a variety of satirical articles, poems, and illustrations focusing on events and cultural themes of the early 1910s. The humorous pieces address subjects ranging from politics, social norms, and entertainment to quirky incidents and character sketches. For instance, it features sketches of absurd local events, critiques of societal behaviors, and mocking commentary on prominent figures of the time, all infused with a playful approach that reflects the concerns and values of the period leading up to World War I. The collection exemplifies how humor can serve as a lens through which the complexities of society and human nature are explored. (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/24453 65454 65454