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245 1 0 _aPunch, or the London Charivari, Volume 101, August 22, 1891
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
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336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2004-09-20
508 _aProduced by Malcolm Farmer, William Flis, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
520 _a"Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 101, August 22, 1891" is a collection of satirical writings and illustrations from the popular British magazine "Punch," known for its humor and social commentary during the late Victorian era. The book presents various short pieces that touch upon diverse topics, from the absurdities of travel and historical commentary to social issues and light-hearted poetry. This volume reflects the style and tone of late 19th-century British society, showcasing the blend of humor and critique characteristic of the time. This particular issue includes a series of humorous sketches involving characters such as Mr. Cyrus K. Trotter and his daughter, Miss Trotter, as they navigate their experiences while traveling from Braine l'Alleud to Waterloo. It features comic dialogues that illustrate the social customs and cultural misunderstandings of various characters, including a Belgian driver and an elderly Belgian guide. Additionally, the volume contains satirical poems addressing international relations and colonial attitudes. The playful tone and clever wit invite readers to both laugh and reflect on the society of the time, highlighting Punch's role as a mirror to 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/13502
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