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Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 158, March 3rd, 1920

By Various

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Step into a world of laughter and pointed humor where society's foibles and political missteps are skewered with wit in a collection from a bygone era.

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"Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 158, March 3rd, 1920" by Various, is a collection of satirical content that provides a humorous mirror to society and politics in the wake of World War I. Through witty sketches, poems, and articles, the publication exposes the absurdities and struggles of the early 1920s, applying satire and parody to comment on everything from post-war life to political blunders. The collection presents funny perspectives on the norms and happenings dominating the era, such as stories of a mad dancer at a ball or government errors with cab payments, emphasizing the ridiculousness of the time. With sections including playful anecdotes, light verses, and commentary columns, the book embodies the comedic mood while offering a funny yet critical view of the world in 1920, making it both an amusing and educational read for those fascinated by historical societal critique.

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