Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 1, November 27, 1841 By: Various
"Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 1, November 27, 1841" is a delightful collection of satirical cartoons, articles, and literary pieces that provide a fascinating glimpse into the social and political landscape of 19th-century England. The publication showcases the wit and clever humor of its contributors, who tackle a wide range of topics with wit, insight, and a healthy dose of irreverence. The illustrations are particularly striking, capturing the spirit of the times and adding a visual element that enhances the overall reading experience. Overall, this volume offers a captivating and entertaining look at a pivotal moment in British history, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the era. First Page: PUNCH, OR THE LONDON CHARIVARI. VOL. 1. FOR THE WEEK ENDING NOVEMBER 27, 1841. THE PHYSIOLOGY OF THE LONDON MEDICAL STUDENT. 9. OF THE SEQUEL TO THE HALL EXAMINATION. [Illustration: W]Whilst Mr. Muff follows the beadle from the funking room to the Council Chamber, he scarcely knows whether he is walking upon his head or his heels; if anything, he believes that he is adopting the former mode of locomotion; nor does he recover a sense of his true position until he finds himself seated at one end of a square table, the other three sides whereof are occupied by the same number of gentlemen of grave and austere bearing, with all the candles in the room apparently endeavouring to imitate that species of eccentric dance which he has only seen the gas lamps attempt occasionally as he has returned home from his harmonic society. The table before him is invitingly spread with pharmacopoeias, books of prescriptions, trays of drugs, and half dead plants; and upon these subjects, for an hour and a half, he is compelled to answer questions. We will not follow his examination: nobody was ever able to see the least joke in it; and therefore it is unfitted for our columns. We can but state that after having been puzzled, bullied, "caught," quibbled with, and abused, for the above space of time, his good genius prevails, and he is told he may retire... Continue reading book >>

Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 1, November 27, 1841 By: Various

"Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 1, November 27, 1841" is a delightful collection of satirical cartoons, articles, and literary pieces that provide a fascinating glimpse into the social and political landscape of 19th-century England. The publication showcases the wit and clever humor of its contributors, who tackle a wide range of topics with wit, insight, and a healthy dose of irreverence. The illustrations are particularly striking, capturing the spirit of the times and adding a visual element that enhances the overall reading experience. Overall, this volume offers a captivating and entertaining look at a pivotal moment in British history, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the era.

First Page:

PUNCH, OR THE LONDON CHARIVARI.

VOL. 1.

FOR THE WEEK ENDING NOVEMBER 27, 1841.

THE PHYSIOLOGY OF THE LONDON MEDICAL STUDENT.

9. OF THE SEQUEL TO THE HALL EXAMINATION.

[Illustration: W]Whilst Mr. Muff follows the beadle from the funking room to the Council Chamber, he scarcely knows whether he is walking upon his head or his heels; if anything, he believes that he is adopting the former mode of locomotion; nor does he recover a sense of his true position until he finds himself seated at one end of a square table, the other three sides whereof are occupied by the same number of gentlemen of grave and austere bearing, with all the candles in the room apparently endeavouring to imitate that species of eccentric dance which he has only seen the gas lamps attempt occasionally as he has returned home from his harmonic society. The table before him is invitingly spread with pharmacopoeias, books of prescriptions, trays of drugs, and half dead plants; and upon these subjects, for an hour and a half, he is compelled to answer questions.

We will not follow his examination: nobody was ever able to see the least joke in it; and therefore it is unfitted for our columns. We can but state that after having been puzzled, bullied, "caught," quibbled with, and abused, for the above space of time, his good genius prevails, and he is told he may retire... Continue reading book >>

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