A Selection of Cartoons from Puck

"A Selection of Cartoons from Puck" by Joseph Ferdinand Keppler is collection of political cartoons from the late 1800s, displaying Keppler's unique style of satire, which mixes German artistic traditions with American social commentary to poke fun at the politics of the day. The book kicks off with an introductory view of Keppler's history and impact on cartooning, from H.C. Bunner, who explains the difference between just drawing funny pictures and making deep social points through art; the collection then shows off Keppler's sharp take on the big political stuff happening back then, starting with a symbolic look at the Democratic Party during some heated times, which gives a taste of the funny but thoughtful way Keppler looked at the world.