02244cam a22003133u 4500 27967 UtSlPG 20260610133634.0 m cr n 260607r2009||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 AP Various Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 147, September 30, 1914 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2009 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2009-02-02 E-text prepared by Neville Allen, Malcolm Farmer, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team "PUNCH, OR THE LONDON CHARIVARI, VOL. 147, SEPTEMBER 30, 1914" by Various is a collection of satirical articles and illustrations from the early 20th century, specifically during the time of World War I. This publication features humorous commentary and social critique that reflects the mood and events of the period. It provides a snapshot of British society's reactions to the war and the way it influenced contemporary culture and opinion. The book contains various satirical sketches and essays addressing different aspects of life during wartime, often using humor to alleviate the dark mood of a nation engaged in conflict. It includes whimsical takes on military life, social norms, government policies, and the absurdities of war, as well as a series of humorous letters and poems. The wit and humor of the contributors shine through as they tackle topics such as military preparedness, the experiences of soldiers, and the impact of the war on everyday life, often poking fun at the seriousness and bureaucracy surrounding these issues. Overall, it serves as both a historical document and a source of entertainment, exemplifying the resilience of humor amid adversity. (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/27967 68876 68876