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245 1 0 _aPunch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 98, April 26 1890
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2010
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 2010-09-09
508 _aProduced by Lesley Halamek, Malcolm Farmer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 98, April 26 1890" by Various is a satirical publication centered around humor and commentary on the social and political issues of its time. This volume, part of a longstanding series, showcases comedic illustrations, sketches, and articles generated during the late 19th century. It reflects the characteristics of British satire of the Victorian era, dealing with themes such as class, politics, and society's quirks, often through wit and parody. The content of this volume includes several comedic plays, poems, and insightful commentaries on contemporary events, particularly a fictional moral musical drama titled "Under the Harrow" that intertwines elements of comedy and melodrama. It tells a humorous story of complicated romantic relationships, misunderstandings, and farcical situations involving characters such as Lord Bleshugh, Miss Verbena, and Mr. Spiker. This witty ensemble explores love's absurdities while addressing societal expectations and norms, reflecting the humor and satirical style typical of "Punch." Additionally, the publication features critiques of current events and theatrical productions, offering readers both entertainment and a reflection on their own society. (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/33685
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