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245 1 0 _aPunch, or the London Charivari, Volume 103, July 23, 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 2005-02-07
508 _aProduced by Malcolm Farmer, William Flis, and the PG Online Distributed Proofreading Team.
520 _a"Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 103, July 23, 1892" by Various is a collection of humorous illustrations and satirical writings that captures the social and political climate of the late 19th century in Britain. This publication, part of a long-running satirical magazine, reflects the Victorian era's culture and societal norms through its sharp wit and humor. The topics range from everyday life to political commentary, particularly focusing on the social dynamics and issues of the period, including the upcoming elections. The book features a variety of sketches, poems, and dialogues, showcasing the humorous absurdities of contemporary society. Among the whimsical illustrations are satirical takes on politics, such as the challenges faced by canvassers during elections and the opinions of various societal characters on pressing issues. The humor often derives from everyday scenarios juxtaposed with the larger political landscape, highlighting the disconnect between the upper classes and the working populace. Through its playful prose and clever caricatures, the collection invites readers to reflect on the societal changes and continuing themes of class struggle and civic engagement during an era of significant transition in British history. (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/14965
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