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100 1 _aMay, Phil,
_d1864-1903
245 1 0 _aPhil May: Sketches from "Punch."
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2021
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2021-03-07
508 _aChuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive)
520 _a"Phil May: Sketches from 'Punch'" by Phil May is a collection of humorous illustrations and sketches created for the British magazine "Punch," published during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book showcases the wit and satire characteristic of that era, with a focus on social commentary and everyday life in Victorian society. Through his illustrations, May captures the nuances of human behavior and societal norms, offering readers a glimpse into the comedic aspects of life during this time. This collection features a diverse range of sketches that address various themes—from the idiosyncrasies of social interactions to the absurdities found in daily routines. Each illustration is accompanied by clever captions, often embodying a playful exchange or a sharp observation that reflects the culture and mores of the time. With characters such as enthusiastic children, beleaguered parents, and societal figures, May's work not only entertains but also serves as a valuable historical document, illustrating the humor and challenges that characterized everyday life in his contemporary society. Overall, it provides an enjoyable and insightful look into the social landscape of the late Victorian period through a comedic lens. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aCaricatures and cartoons -- Great Britain
653 _aEnglish wit and humor, Pictorial
653 _aMay, Phil, 1864-1903
700 1 _aSeaman, Owen,
_d1861-1936
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/64738
999 _c105561
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