Punchinello, Volume 1, No. 13, June 25, 1870

"Punchinello, Volume 1, No. 13, June 25, 1870" by Various is a witty periodical from the Victorian era meant to amuse readers with its funny stories and commentary on society. It features silly drawings, funny articles, and a continuing story called "The Mystery of Mr. E. Drood" by Orpheus C. Kerr. This story playfully mocks detective stories, using odd characters like John Bumstead and Old Mortarity who have funny conversations about serious topics like death. Set in a ridiculous world, the story mixes heavy subjects with silly situations, looking at themes of death and what it means to be human, all while keeping the tone light and funny as only "Punchinello" can.