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Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 152, March 28, 1917

By Various

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Experience wartime Britain through a lens of sarcastic cartoons, whimsical observations, and humorous takes.

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2005-02-01
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"Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 152, March 28, 1917" by various authors, captures life during World War I through witty humor and sharp social commentary. This part of a series uses cartoons and brief writings to hilariously interpret the period's events, culture, and politics. This edition, like others, turns a funny spotlight onto the mood of Britain during the conflict, offering humorous takes on military service, civilian life, and current happenings. The accounts include talks between soldiers, sarcastic comments about military ways, and amusing views on rationing and home life, all mixed with a sense of irony that mirrors both the concerns and strange aspects of living in wartime. By juggling jokes with meaningful peeks into people’s problems in such a chaotic time, the magazine hopes to offer both amusement and reason for thought to anybody interested in historical satire.

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