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Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 105, November 18, 1893

By Various

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Step back in time and prepare to chuckle at the satirical jabs aimed at society's quirks, political blunders, and the everyday chaos of 19th-century Britain.

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2012-04-11
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"Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 105, November 18, 1893" by Various is a collection of satirical writings that provides a humorous glimpse in to the Victorian era. Using wit and parody, this magazine offers many comical observations about British society. Political issues, social norms, and regular daily life are poked fun at through sketches, poems, and make-believe conversations. One particular piece jokes about the crazy difficulties faced when editing a newspaper, other pieces lightly comment on the British Navy, strange city life, and the different social classes that existed together during the time. Overall, the magazine uses entertainment to talk about what the culture was going through during a time of important change.

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