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Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 93, October 15th 1887

By Various

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"Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 93, October 15th 1887" by Various is a satirical publication created during the late 19th century. This book f...

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"Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 93, October 15th 1887" by Various is a satirical publication created during the late 19th century. This book features a collection of humorous sketches, poems, and commentary that reflect the social issues, politics, and daily life in Victorian England. The primary focus of the book is on satire and wit, targeting various aspects of society from politics to entertainment. The content showcases various humorous pieces, such as 'ARRY ON OCHRE, which explores themes of wealth and society through the voice of a typical London working-class person. The narrative tone is conversational and filled with colloquialisms as it presents the musings of 'Arry, who reflects on the fallacy of social classes driven by money. Other entries include parodies of political events and humorous commentary on legal and social situations, such as the Lord Mayor's Day in Dublin and a tongue-in-cheek discussion on deer management in Epping Forest. Overall, the volume employs humor to comment on serious societal issues, offering a lighthearted yet insightful perspective of its time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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