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The Complete Works of Artemus Ward — Part 5: The London Punch Letters

By Artemus Ward

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Embark on a journey through Victorian London with a witty observer who skewers British society with a uniquely American brand of humor.

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2002-06-01
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Summary

"The Complete Works of Artemus Ward — Part 5: The London Punch Letters" by Charles Farrar Browne is a collection of funny letters from the 1800s that uses humor to look at life, when American humor was just becoming popular. The letters are told through the eyes of Artemus Ward as he walks through London, telling his own opinions and experiences. With smart jokes and funny comments, they share what an American thinks about England, making fun of its culture and society. Artemus writes about arriving in London, meeting people, and visiting famous spots like the Tower of London and the British Museum. Through his funny storytelling, he jokes about the customs and beliefs he sees, including what he thinks about British people and their history. These writings are funny and show Browne's clever way of using humor to comment on important topics, keeping readers entertained with his amusing personality.

About the Author

Charles Farrar Browne was an American humor writer, better known under his nom de plume, Artemus Ward, which as a character, an illiterate rube with "Yankee common sense", Browne also played in public performances. He is considered to be America's first stand-up comedian. His birth name was Brown but he added the "e" after he became famous.

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