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Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 156, February 19, 1919

By Various

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Experience a humorous reflection of early 20th-century society through witty illustrations and satirical quips tackling politics, cultural shifts, and the quirks of life after the Great War.

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2004-11-24
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"Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 156, February 19, 1919" by Various is a compilation of amusing artwork and clever writings from after World War I. "Punch" magazine uses jokes and mocking to look at life back then, making fun of culture, society, and politics. Inside are funny pictures, tales, and poems about big happenings and weird customs of the time, such as the sadness of soldiers going back to normal life, made fun of through spoofs and exaggerated characters. With funny takes on auctions, Parliament meetings, and how people acted, the volume's unique mix of mocking and reflecting shows both struggles and funny parts in a world recovering from war.

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