Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 152, February 7, 1917: Poetry Guide and Free Edition
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Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 152, February 7, 1917 is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Various.
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"Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 152, February 7, 1917" is a historical publication created by various authors during the early 20th century, amidst World War I. This book serves as a satirical collection, capturing the humor and social commentary of the time through political cartoons, anecdotes, and poems that reflect the societal issues, war sentiments, and everyday life in wartime England. The content of this edition of "Punch" includes humorous takes on the absurdities and hardships of war, with critiques of political figures, social norms, and civilian challenges. For instance, it offers parodies of military life, light-hearted jabs at the Kaiser and the situation in Greece, and reactions to wartime scarcity, such as food shortages and the absurdity of government regulations. Additionally, it presents various fictional letters and poems that convey both a sense of levity and the underlying gravity of the issues faced by citizens during this turbulent period, encapsulating the spirit of resilience blended with satire that characterized much of the public discourse at the time.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 152, February 7, 1917
- Author credits: Various
- Catalogue language: English
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- English wit and humor -- Periodicals
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- Category: British Literature
- Category: Crime, Thrillers and Mystery
- Category: Humour
- Category: Poetry
- Punch
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