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Punch, or the London Charivari, November 4th 1893

By Various

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Experience Victorian society's quirky side in this compilation of satirical stories and poems, where everyday life becomes the punchline.

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2012-04-05
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"Punch, or the London Charivari, November 4th 1893" by Various is a humorous peek into Victorian England, offering stories, poems, and sketches dripping with satire. This edition uses wit to reflect on the lives of the time, with stories ranging from a hilarious account of a man using a medical dictionary to self-diagnose and the busy court system with lawyers returning from vacation. It has comical poems and illustrations to make light of social morals, politics, and events occurring at the time. The publication uses illustrations and clever language to draw the reader in with sharp wit and expose the reader to societal issues.

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