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100 1 _aHammerton, J. A.
_q(John Alexander),
_d1871-1949
245 1 0 _aMr. Punch's Irish Humour in Picture and Story
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
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2015-02-12
508 _aProduced by Chris Curnow, Les Galloway and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"Mr. Punch's Irish Humour in Picture and Story" by J. A. Hammerton and Charles Keene is a humorous collection of illustrations and witty narratives, published during the late 19th to early 20th century. This book captures the essence of Irish humour as seen through the lens of the famous British magazine, "Punch." It uses a blend of satire and caricature to explore typical Irish characteristics, highlighting their light-heartedness, wit, and occasional folly, while maintaining a tone of admiration rather than ridicule. The content of the book consists of a variety of humorous anecdotes, proverbs, and illustrated tales featuring quintessentially Irish characters like Pat and his adventures. It presents a range of situations—from comedic misunderstandings to clever responses to social norms—while relying heavily on puns and playful language. The text offers readers a captivating glimpse into Irish life and customs, often contrasting the serious with the absurd, all while emphasizing the indomitable spirit of the Irish people. The collection serves as both entertainment and a reflection of cultural nuances, making it enjoyable for anyone interested in humor and history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aEnglish wit and humor
653 _aEnglish wit and humor, Pictorial
653 _aIrish wit and humor
700 1 _aKeene, Charles,
_d1823-1891
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/48245
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