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100 1 _aJudd, W. J.
_q(William J.)
245 1 4 _aThe tragical acts, or comical tragedies of Punch and Judy
246 1 _aPunch and Judy
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2015
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 2015-02-05
508 _aProduced by Mark C. Orton, Paul Clark and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"The Tragical Acts, or ComicalTragedies of Punch and Judy" by W. J. Judd is a puppet performance guidebook combined with a historical account, likely written in the late 19th century. The work explores the origins and evolution of the iconic puppet characters, Mr. Punch and Judy, as well as their enduring popularity in puppet theatre across various cultures, including Italy, England, and America. Drawing from a rich tradition of comedy and tragedy, the book provides insights into the central character, Mr. Punch, who is both a comic hero and a figure of mischief. The opening of this engaging text sets the stage for an in-depth exploration of the puppet show tradition, beginning with an introduction that highlights the cultural significance of Mr. Punch and the lack of detailed historical inquiry into his character until this point. Judd asserts his intention to fill this historical gap, recognizing Punch as a universally adored figure who transcends age and rank. The text subsequently delves into the origins of Punch in Italy and discusses the mechanics of puppet shows, detailing the practicalities of constructing a puppet theatre and the intricacies involved in performing for an audience. This opening establishes a blend of historical inquiry and practical instruction, inviting readers to appreciate the richness of the Punch and Judy theatrical tradition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aPuppet plays
653 _aPunch and Judy
700 1 _aCruikshank, George,
_d1792-1878
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/48171
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