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100 1 _aHammerton, J. A.
_q(John Alexander),
_d1871-1949
245 1 0 _aMr. Punch's Scottish Humour
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 2015-06-28
508 _aProduced by Chris Curnow, Elisa 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"Mr. Punch's Scottish Humour" by J. A. Hammerton is a collection of humorous sketches and illustrations published during the late 19th century. Drawing from the rich comedic tradition of the British magazine "Punch," this volume showcases the quirky and often satirical perspectives on Scottish life, culture, and characters, as contributed by various artists and humorists, including Charles Keene. The content reflects a blend of Scottish wit and humor that provides both amusement and keen observations on societal norms. The beginning of this work introduces readers to a gathering of local characters sitting atop a pig-sty on T’nowhead’s Farm, where discussions about humor ensue, particularly focused on the presence of a stranger from London. The characters’ interactions highlight their unique Scottish humor, showcasing their skepticism towards outsiders while revealing their own pride in their wit and culture. The stage is set for a competitive exchange, with the established humorist, Tammas, ready to defend his position against the newcomer, emphasizing the camaraderie and rivalry that characterizes Scottish social interactions. Overall, this opening lays the groundwork for a humorous exploration of local life and the nature of humor itself. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aEnglish wit and humor
653 _aEnglish wit and humor, Pictorial
653 _aScottish wit and humor
700 1 _aKeene, Charles,
_d1823-1891
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/49309
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