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245 1 0 _aPunch, or the London Charivari, Volume 102, April 9, 1892
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2005
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 2005-01-04
508 _aProduced by Malcolm Farmer, Keith Edkins and the PG Online Distributed Proofreading Team
520 _a"Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 102, April 9, 1892" is a satirical publication by Various authors, representative of the late 19th century (Victorian era). This volume is part of the long-running "Punch" magazine, known for its humorous illustrations, witty commentary, and parodic takes on contemporary issues ranging from politics to social customs in Victorian England. With its collection of cartoons, poems, and skits, the likely topics addressed include societal norms, sporting events, class distinctions, and the absurdities of everyday life. The content of this volume captures the whimsical and often sardonic tone typical of "Punch." It opens with a depiction of the bustling atmosphere surrounding the annual University Boat Race, humorously detailing the antics of con men and spectators caught up in the excitement. It includes a variety of sketches and poems, touching on themes of governance, art critiques, animal anecdotes, and the quirks of British society. Through clever wordplay and comedic illustrations, the magazine reflects the values and follies of its time while maintaining a light-hearted critique of life in late Victorian England, with anecdotes about social gatherings, artistic ventures, and political parodies, all woven together to entertain its audience. (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/14592
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