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245 1 0 _aPunch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 159, 1920-07-28
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 2005-08-29
508 _aProduced by Jonathan Ingram, Keith Edkins and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 159, 1920-07-28" by Various is a satirical collection published in the early 20th century, specifically during the 1920s. This volume of "Punch," a long-running British weekly magazine known for its humor and political commentary, presents a series of humorous articles, illustrations, and cartoons that reflect the social, political, and cultural issues of the time. The likely topics covered include contemporary events, societal norms, and absurdities, all expressed through wit and humor characteristic of the magazine. In this particular issue, readers are treated to a variety of satirical sketches and commentary on numerous subjects including railway fare increases, quirky local news, and humorous anecdotes about everyday British life. A notable feature is the playful writing style that mocks societal behavior, government actions, and eccentricities of various social classes. The content cleverly intertwines humor with sharp social critique, offering a glimpse into post-World War I Britain as it grapples with change and the legacy of the war, through the lens of satire and irony. Overall, the volume serves not only as entertainment but also as a historical document that captures the spirit of its time. (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/16619
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