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245 1 0 _aPunch, or the London Charivari, Volume 1, September 5, 1841
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2005
300 _a1 online resource :
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337 _acomputer
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338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2005-02-07
508 _aProduced by Syamanta Saikia, Jon Ingram, Barbara Tozier and the PG Online Distributed Proofreading Team
520 _a"Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 1, September 5, 1841" by Various is a satirical periodical from the early Victorian era. This collection serves as a humorous commentary on the social, political, and cultural landscape of London during that time, employing caricatures, poems, and witty articles to convey its messages. It likely explores themes such as class distinctions, gender roles, and the absurdities of society, making it a significant reflection of the prevailing attitudes of the period. The content of this volume features a variety of humorous sketches and articles, including advice on gentlemanly attire, absurdities in social customs, and clever parodies of political events and figures. For instance, the piece discusses the "true gentleman's" wardrobe, contrasting the pretentiousness of fashion with the essence of being respectable. Other sections satirically portray the struggles of various political figures, the impact of social laws on everyday life, and the comical misadventures of individuals in both high and low society. Through its playful wit and sharp observation, the book encapsulates the spirit of "Punch," which aimed to entertain while inciting critical thought about contemporary issues. (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/14926
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