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245 1 0 _aPunch, or the London Charivari, Volume 99, November 8, 1890
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2004-05-01
508 _aProduced by Malcolm Farmer, William Flis, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team.
520 _a"Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 99, November 8, 1890" by Various is a humorous periodical publication typical of the late 19th century (Victorian era). The book serves as a collection of satirical pieces and illustrations, focusing on social and political commentary relevant to its time. It highlights the customs, attitudes, and preoccupations of British society during this era through witty stories and anecdotes. The content contains a variety of sketches and humorous articles, including a fictional tale about the officers of the Purple Dragoons, featuring a character called Captain Emily who is comically naïve. This narrative is intertwined with various whimsical and absurd reflections on topics like fashion, politics, and the experience of soldiers. The periodical captures the essence of British humor—blending absurdity with social critique—while also showcasing the distinctively playful art style of the time that accompanies its text, making it an entertaining read for those interested in historical satire and Victorian culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aEnglish wit and humor -- Periodicals
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/12469
999 _c53887
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