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100 1 _aLeech, John,
_d1817-1864
245 1 0 _aJohn Leech's Pictures of Life and Character, Volume 1 (of 3) :
_bFrom the Collection of "Mr. Punch"
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2014
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2014-01-14
508 _aProduced by David Widger
520 _a"John Leech's Pictures of Life and Character, Volume 1 (of 3)" by John Leech is a collection of illustrated satire and commentary drawn from the popular magazine "Punch," written during the Victorian era. This book encompasses the social and cultural dynamics of the time, highlighting various aspects of English life through humorous sketches and observations. It offers readers a playful glimpse into the quirks and follies of individuals and society at large during a historical period marked by both progress and contradiction. Within this volume, Leech employs witty illustrations accompanied by brief narrative pieces to explore a multitude of themes, including social etiquette, daily life, and the eccentricities of the English character. Each section is a commentary on contemporary issues, crafted with a blend of humor and criticism that reflects the comedic yet insightful style of "Punch." The characters within these illustrations range from the common man to the upper classes, showcasing a rich tapestry of life through laughter, making this collection a significant social critique of its time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aEnglish wit and humor, Pictorial
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/44661
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