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245 1 0 _aPunch, or the London Charivari, Volume 100, March 14, 1891
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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338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2004-08-15
508 _aProduced by Malcolm Farmer, William Flis, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team.
520 _a"Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 100, March 14, 1891" is a humorous and satirical collection of articles and illustrations created by various authors during the late 19th century. The book serves as a compendium of social commentary, poking fun at contemporary societal norms, politics, and literary trends in Victorian England. Its likely topics include critiques of public figures, absurdities of daily life, and humorous takes on politics and culture, capturing the spirit of the era with wit and satire. The content of this volume reflects the typical format of Punch magazine, which features a blend of prose, poetry, and illustrations. Notable sections include a fictional account of a biographer seeking material on local notables, playful critiques of playwrights and authors, and clever parodies related to contemporary issues such as betting legislation and social reforms. The tone is light-hearted and ironic, aiming to entertain while simultaneously providing sharp insights into the follies and pretensions of society. The various pieces work together to create a vibrant snapshot of the cultural milieu of the time, engaging readers with both laughter and reflection. (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/13186
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