02308cam a22003013u 4500 25860 UtSlPG 20260610133607.0 m cr n 260607r2008||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 AP Various Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 147, July 29, 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 2008-06-20 Produced by Nigel Blower, Malcolm Farmer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net "Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 147, July 29, 1914" by Various is a humorous and satirical magazine collection published in the early 20th century, specifically during a time of significant political tension leading up to World War I. This volume of "Punch" features a variety of sketches, parodies, essays, and illustrations that comment on contemporary societal issues, politics, and cultural phenomena, reflecting the era's concerns and ironies. The content within this volume combines witty observations and humorous articles about various topics, including political events, social norms, and public figures of the time. It offers a keen reflection of British society just before the onset of the Great War, with sketches that range from light-hearted takes on leisure activities and experiences in society to pointed critiques of political figures and public policy. The humor often centers around the absurdities and contradictions prevalent in society, providing readers with both entertainment and insightful commentary on the world around them. The blend of illustration and text invites readers into a world where humor serves as a lens for serious topics, making this a valuable resource for anyone interested in historical satire and early 20th-century cultural commentary. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified English wit and humor -- Periodicals https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/25860 66861 66861