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Punch or the London Charivari, Volume 150, May 17 1916

By Various

(3.5 stars) β€’ 10 reviews

Step back in time to wartime Britain through satirical cartoons and articles that lampoon everything from military blunders to social quirks.

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2012-05-30
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"Punch or the London Charivari, Volume 150, May 17 1916" by Various is a collection of humorous articles and illustrations made during World War I that uses satire to discuss the issues of the time. This volume of the British magazine "Punch" offers humorous takes on the social and political world, mirroring the reality of wartime Britain. The book uses clever text and drawings to show the ridiculous and hard things people dealt with during the war. Each piece uses humor and sharp observations about ideas like the Daylight Saving Scheme, the military, and how people felt about those who refused to fight. The book's satire catches the mood of British society during an unsure time, using over-the-top characters and scenarios to make fun of the war, civil life, and the confusing beliefs of the public. Readers can be entertained while seeing what life was like during this challenging time.

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