Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 159, 1920-07-28 by Various
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"Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 159, 1920-07-28" by Various is a satirical collection published in the early 20th century, specifically during the 1920s. This volume of "Punch," a long-running British weekly magazine known for its humor and political commentary, presents a series of humorous articles, illustrations, and cartoons that reflect the social, political, and cultural issues of the time. The likely topics covered include contemporary events, societal norms, and absurdities, all
expressed through wit and humor characteristic of the magazine. In this particular issue, readers are treated to a variety of satirical sketches and commentary on numerous subjects including railway fare increases, quirky local news, and humorous anecdotes about everyday British life. A notable feature is the playful writing style that mocks societal behavior, government actions, and eccentricities of various social classes. The content cleverly intertwines humor with sharp social critique, offering a glimpse into post-World War I Britain as it grapples with change and the legacy of the war, through the lens of satire and irony. Overall, the volume serves not only as entertainment but also as a historical document that captures the spirit of its time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Title | Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 159, 1920-07-28 |
| Credits |
Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Keith Edkins and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 69.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | English wit and humor -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 16619 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-16619-3 |
| Release Date | Aug 29, 2005 |
| Last Update | Dec 12, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 429 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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