Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 101, September 5, 1891 By: Various
Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 101, September 5, 1891 is a collection of satirical and humorous writings that provide a fascinating glimpse into the political and social issues of the late 19th century. The contributors demonstrate wit and intelligence as they poke fun at everything from government scandals to societal conventions, making for a delightful and thought-provoking read. What sets this volume apart is its ability to entertain while also shedding light on the concerns of the time. The illustrations are clever and engaging, adding another layer of humor to the already sharp writing. While some references may be dated, the overall themes of power, hypocrisy, and the absurdities of human nature remain relevant today. Readers with an interest in history, politics, and satire will find much to enjoy in this volume. It serves as a reminder that, despite the passage of time, many of the issues and attitudes of the past continue to resonate in the present. Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 101, September 5, 1891 is a witty and entertaining collection that is sure to entertain and enlighten readers of all backgrounds. First Page: PUNCH, OR THE LONDON CHARIVARI. VOL. 101. September 5, 1891. SOME CIRCULAR NOTES. CHAPTER III. REIMS NIGHT STREETS ARRIVAL LION D'OR DEPRESSION LANDLADY BOOTS CATHEDRAL LONELINESS BED. It is just ten o'clock. Reims seems to be in bed and fast asleep, except for the presence in the streets of a very few persons, official and unofficial, of whom the former are evidently on the alert as to the movements, slouching and uncertain, of the latter. We drive under ancient Roman Arch; DAUBINET tells me its history in a vague kind of way, breaking off suddenly to say that I shall see it to morrow, when, so he evidently wishes me to infer, the Roman Arch will speak for itself. Then we drive past a desolate looking Museum. I believe it is a Museum, though DAUBINET's information is a trifle uncertain on this point. We pass a theatre, brilliantly illuminated. I see posters on the wall advertising the performance. A gendarme, in full uniform, as if he had come out after playing Sergeant Lupy in Robert Macaire , is pensively airing himself under the façade , but there is no one else within sight, no one; not a cocher with whom Sergeant Lupy can chat, nor even a gamin to be ordered off; and though, from one point of view, this exterior desolation may argue well for the business the theatre is doing, yet, as there is no logical certainty that the people, who do not appear outside a show, should therefore necessarily be inside it, the temple of the Drama may, after all, be as empty as was Mr... Continue reading book >>

Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 101, September 5, 1891 By: Various

Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 101, September 5, 1891 is a collection of satirical and humorous writings that provide a fascinating glimpse into the political and social issues of the late 19th century. The contributors demonstrate wit and intelligence as they poke fun at everything from government scandals to societal conventions, making for a delightful and thought-provoking read.

What sets this volume apart is its ability to entertain while also shedding light on the concerns of the time. The illustrations are clever and engaging, adding another layer of humor to the already sharp writing. While some references may be dated, the overall themes of power, hypocrisy, and the absurdities of human nature remain relevant today.

Readers with an interest in history, politics, and satire will find much to enjoy in this volume. It serves as a reminder that, despite the passage of time, many of the issues and attitudes of the past continue to resonate in the present. Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 101, September 5, 1891 is a witty and entertaining collection that is sure to entertain and enlighten readers of all backgrounds.

First Page:

PUNCH,

OR THE LONDON CHARIVARI.

VOL. 101.

September 5, 1891.

SOME CIRCULAR NOTES.

CHAPTER III.

REIMS NIGHT STREETS ARRIVAL LION D'OR DEPRESSION LANDLADY BOOTS CATHEDRAL LONELINESS BED.

It is just ten o'clock. Reims seems to be in bed and fast asleep, except for the presence in the streets of a very few persons, official and unofficial, of whom the former are evidently on the alert as to the movements, slouching and uncertain, of the latter.

We drive under ancient Roman Arch; DAUBINET tells me its history in a vague kind of way, breaking off suddenly to say that I shall see it to morrow, when, so he evidently wishes me to infer, the Roman Arch will speak for itself. Then we drive past a desolate looking Museum. I believe it is a Museum, though DAUBINET's information is a trifle uncertain on this point.

We pass a theatre, brilliantly illuminated. I see posters on the wall advertising the performance. A gendarme, in full uniform, as if he had come out after playing Sergeant Lupy in Robert Macaire , is pensively airing himself under the façade , but there is no one else within sight, no one; not a cocher with whom Sergeant Lupy can chat, nor even a gamin to be ordered off; and though, from one point of view, this exterior desolation may argue well for the business the theatre is doing, yet, as there is no logical certainty that the people, who do not appear outside a show, should therefore necessarily be inside it, the temple of the Drama may, after all, be as empty as was Mr... Continue reading book >>

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