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245 1 0 _aPunch, or the London Charivari, Volume 101, September 5, 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 2004-09-27
508 _aProduced by Malcolm Farmer, William Flis, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team.
520 _a"Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 101, September 5, 1891" by Various is a satirical magazine published during the late 19th century, a period characterized by humor that often critiqued societal norms and politics. Primarily known for its comic illustrations and witty written commentary, this particular volume captures the spirit of the time by addressing contemporary issues and social observations, making its content both amusing and informative. The book features a mix of humorous sketches, poetry, and light-hearted articles. It includes fictional narratives such as the melancholic arrival of a traveler in Reims, where he is confronted with loneliness and a dreary hotel ambiance, emphasizing the somber side of travel. Other pieces delve into political satire, poking fun at public figures and bureaucratic absurdities, such as the exasperation of a character named Bumble about new public health regulations. Through its cleverly composed verses and witty commentary, the magazine offers readers a snapshot of Victorian humor while reflecting on themes of social commentary and the everyday absurdities of life. (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/13538
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