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100 1 _aHammerton, J. A.
_q(John Alexander),
_d1871-1949
245 1 0 _aMr. Punch at the Seaside
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2011
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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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2011-08-23
508 _aProduced by Neville Allen, Chris Curnow and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"Mr. Punch at the Seaside" by J. A. Hammerton is a collection of humorous illustrations and commentary, likely compiled in the late 19th century. This work draws from the archives of the iconic British magazine "Punch," which published satirical and comedic content from its inception. The book captures the essence of seaside life through the lens of Mr. Punch, a character emblematic of British humor, and it highlights the quirks and customs associated with holidaying at coastal resorts. The opening of the book introduces readers to the cultural context of seaside vacations in Britain, emphasizing how the advent of railway travel transformed the annual holiday into a norm for the British public. The editor notes the paradox of British enjoyment, juxtaposing perceived sadness with Mr. Punch's ever-optimistic perspective. Several snippets showcase various characters and their dialogues, reflecting their humorous observations and experiences at the beach, including amusing complaints about lodgings, bathing machines, and the company of fellow holidaymakers. This blend of witty illustrations and storytelling sets the tone for a delightful exploration of the quirks of Victorian seaside life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aEnglish wit and humor
653 _aEnglish wit and humor, Pictorial
653 _aSeashore -- Humor
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/37166
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