02346cam a22003133u 4500 43981 UtSlPG 20260610134017.0 m cr n 260607r2013||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 AP Various Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 108, June 29, 1895 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2013 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2013-10-19 Produced by Malcolm Farmer, Lesley Halamek and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 108, June 29, 1895" by Various is a satirical periodical that reflects the social and political climate of the late 19th century. This collection presents an array of humorous pieces, illustrations, and commentary on the operatic scene, societal norms, and current events, embodying the spirit of the Victorian era's press. The work serves as a snapshot of the era, showcasing the absurdities and follies of contemporary life through a comedic lens. The content of this particular volume primarily revolves around operatic notes, humor about hotel life in Paris, commentary on the burgeoning craze for donkey riding among the upper class, and satirical poems addressing political and social issues of the time. The opera reviews highlight performances by prominent singers like Adelina Patti and Victor Maurel, providing both praise and critique. Personal anecdotes, travel experiences, and humorous observations about societal trends denote the charm and wit that characterize "Punch," making it a lively record of the cultural landscape of the time. Through various comedic formats, the volume critiques everything from the impact of advertisements on the English landscape to societal pretensions and the nature of hospitality. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified English wit and humor -- Periodicals Burnand, F. C. (Francis Cowley), 1836-1917 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/43981 84820 84820