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245 1 0 _aPunch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 108, May 4th, 1895
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
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500 _aRelease date is 2014-01-26
508 _aProduced by Malcolm Farmer, Lesley Halamek and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 108, May 4th, 1895" by Various is a satirical magazine published during the late 19th century. It is a collection of humor, commentary, and illustrations reflecting the social and political landscape of the time, indicative of the Victorian era's wit and satire. The content addresses various topics, including current events, societal norms, and cultural commentary, often through a humorous lens. The volume includes a diverse array of sketches, poems, and prose that encapsulate the zeitgeist of the 1890s. One highlight is the whimsical celebration of May Day, contrasting the hopeful imagery of spring with the harsh reality of inclement weather. The magazine also features comical critiques of contemporary theater, politics, and artistic expressions, such as the discrepancies between admiration for “Old Masters” and the modern art scene. Additionally, the playful approach to social issues, like the nature of soldiering and public celebrations, reflects Punch's enduring role as a platform for satire in British journalism. Overall, the volume provides a rich tapestry of humor and reflection, appealing to those interested in the cultural undercurrents of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aEnglish wit and humor -- Periodicals
700 1 _aBurnand, F. C.
_q(Francis Cowley),
_d1836-1917
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/44759
999 _c85598
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