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Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 100, May 23, 1891

By Various

(3.5 stars) β€’ 10 reviews

Experience a bygone era's scandals and social absurdities through comical skits and farcical art.

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2004-09-02
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"Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 100, May 23, 1891" is a collection of satirical writings and drawings by various authors that captures a humorous snapshot of Victorian Britain. The book includes funny articles and pictures that show what life was like back then, making fun of the things people did and the problems they faced. A particularly clever part of the book is a short, funny version of a play by Henrik Ibsen, which uses wit to comment on society. Mixed in with jokes about politics, home life, and what was happening in the world, the book uses funny stories and images to make readers laugh and think about the way things were. It's a lively and funny look at the past, filled with social criticism and humorous commentary on the events and values of that time.

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