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245 1 0 _aPunch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 146, February 18, 1914
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2007
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2007-09-11
508 _aProduced by Malcolm Farmer, David King, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 146, February 18, 1914" by Various is a collection of satirical articles and cartoons originally featured in the popular British magazine "Punch," which is known for its humor and political commentary. This volume was produced during the early 20th century, a period marked by significant social and political changes in Britain. The content revolves around various topics of the day, often addressing contemporary political events, societal quirks, and cultural phenomena with wit and irony. The book includes a variety of humorous sketches, letters, and topical commentaries that highlight the absurdities of life in early 1914. Notable entries cover political figures and events, social customs, and the interactions between different societal classes, often poking fun at the establishment and current affairs. For example, the articles discuss a teacher's strike as a potential disaster for education, clever barbs aimed at politicians like Lloyd George, and whimsical takes on everyday occurrences, such as a bazaar cushion that serves as a humorous device to dodge obligations. Overall, this collection captures the essence of British humor from the time, making it a fascinating read for anyone interested in historical satire. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aEnglish wit and humor -- Periodicals
700 1 _aSeaman, Owen,
_d1861-1936
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/22576
999 _c63693
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