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245	1	0	_aPunch, or the London Charivari, Volume 1, July 17, 1841
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2004
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2004-10-05
508			_aProduced by Syamanta Saikia, Jon Ingram, Barbara Tozier and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
520			_a"Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 1, July 17, 1841" by Various is a satirical periodical written in the early 19th century. The work embodies a humorous and critical exploration of contemporary society, politics, and the absurdities of human nature, using the iconic character of Punch, a puppet known for his irreverent and sometimes cruel humor, as a central figure to satirize various societal issues. The opening of this collection sets the stage for the tone and intent of the publication, introducing the philosophy behind Punch's antics, which are perceived as both entertainment and moral education. The text reflects on the nature of political and social hypocrisy, drawing parallels between Punch's comedic approach and the serious concerns of governance and personal morality. It hints at the complex interplay of joy, sorrow, and social critique that characterizes Punch's escapades, while highlighting a desire to convert amusement into deeper insights about societal values and shortcomings. (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/13639
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