Punch - Volume 25 (Jul-Dec 1853) by Various
"Punch - Volume 25 (Jul-Dec 1853)" by Various is a satirical periodical publication written in the mid-19th century. The volume features a collection of political and social commentary, humor, and illustrations that reflect the events and sentiments of the time in Britain. It often pokes fun at political leaders and societal norms through humorous narratives, poems, and sketches. The opening portion introduces the character of Mr. Punch, who visits Queen Mab onChristmas Eve, engaging in a whimsical game of forfeits with a range of prominent figures from the society of the time. The scene is lively and filled with humor as Mr. Punch interacts with various political leaders, depicting their follies and shortcomings in a light-hearted manner. The introductions and comments made during this revelry hint at the larger political landscape of the era, particularly the tensions leading up to conflicts such as the Crimean War, showcasing how Punch uses humor to critique serious societal issues. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Title | Punch - Volume 25 (Jul-Dec 1853) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Neville Allen, Jonathan Ingram and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | English wit and humor -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 32352 |
| Release Date | May 12, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 378 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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