Punch's Almanack for 1890 by Various
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About this eBook
| Author | Various |
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| Title | Punch's Almanack for 1890 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 84.5 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Punch, or the London Charivari, Malcolm Farmer, Lesley Halamek and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "Punch's Almanack for 1890" by Various is a satirical almanac written in the late 19th century. This collection serves as a humorous commentary on the events, culture, and politics of the time, blending illustrations and verse to create a witty reflection of society. The work features the character Mr. Punch, who embarks on whimsical adventures, providing readers with delightful anecdotes and social critiques. The opening of "Punch's Almanack for 1890" introduces Mr. Punch as he converses with a personification of the fading year, Eighty-Nine. The dialogue quickly sets a lighthearted tone as Punch agrees to guide the new year, Ninety, on its journey. The narrative showcases Mr. Punch's travels, starting with a trip to France, where he humorously interacts with various characters, including a melancholy tourist. Songs, reflections on travel, and amusing encounters ensue, painting a vibrant picture of late 19th-century life while engaging with topical issues of the day. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | English wit and humor -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 45710 |
| Release Date | May 21, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 38 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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