Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 156, February 26, 1919 By: Various
Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 156, February 26, 1919 is a delightful collection of satirical cartoons, poems, and articles that provide a window into the social and political issues of early 20th century Britain. The humor in this volume is both sharp and witty, taking aim at everything from the government to societal norms. One of the strengths of this collection is its ability to address serious topics with a light-hearted touch, making it both entertaining and thought-provoking. The illustrations are also a highlight, adding an extra layer of humor to the already clever writing. While some of the jokes and references may be a bit dated for modern readers, Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 156, February 26, 1919 remains a charming and engaging read that offers a fascinating glimpse into the past. Overall, this volume is a must-read for fans of satire and comedy, as well as anyone interested in learning more about the cultural landscape of early 20th century Britain. First Page: PUNCH, OR THE LONDON CHARIVARI. VOL. 156. FEBRUARY 26, 1919 CHARIVARIA. "GERMANY," says Count RANTZAU, "cannot be treated as a second rate nation." Not while it is represented by tenth rate noblemen. People are now asking who the General is who has threatened not to write a book about the War? On Sunday week, at Tallaght, Co. Dublin, seven men attacked a policeman. The campaign for a brighter Sunday is evidently not wanted in Ireland. The United States Government is sending a Commission to investigate industrial conditions in the British Isles. Mr. LLOYD GEORGE, we understand, has courteously offered to try to keep one or two industries going until the Commission arrives. "Everything that happened more than a fortnight ago," says Mr. GEORGE BERNARD SHAW in The Daily News , "always is forgotten in this land of political trifling." We must draw what comfort we can from the reflection that Mr. SHAW himself happened more than a fortnight ago. "Margarine," says an official notice, "can be bought anywhere after to day." This is not the experience of the man who entered an ironmonger's shop and asked for a couple of feet of it. A woman who threatened to murder a neighbour was fined one shilling at Chertsey... Continue reading book >>

Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 156, February 26, 1919 By: Various

Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 156, February 26, 1919 is a delightful collection of satirical cartoons, poems, and articles that provide a window into the social and political issues of early 20th century Britain. The humor in this volume is both sharp and witty, taking aim at everything from the government to societal norms.

One of the strengths of this collection is its ability to address serious topics with a light-hearted touch, making it both entertaining and thought-provoking. The illustrations are also a highlight, adding an extra layer of humor to the already clever writing.

While some of the jokes and references may be a bit dated for modern readers, Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 156, February 26, 1919 remains a charming and engaging read that offers a fascinating glimpse into the past. Overall, this volume is a must-read for fans of satire and comedy, as well as anyone interested in learning more about the cultural landscape of early 20th century Britain.

First Page:

PUNCH, OR THE LONDON CHARIVARI.

VOL. 156.

FEBRUARY 26, 1919

CHARIVARIA.

"GERMANY," says Count RANTZAU, "cannot be treated as a second rate nation." Not while it is represented by tenth rate noblemen.

People are now asking who the General is who has threatened not to write a book about the War?

On Sunday week, at Tallaght, Co. Dublin, seven men attacked a policeman. The campaign for a brighter Sunday is evidently not wanted in Ireland.

The United States Government is sending a Commission to investigate industrial conditions in the British Isles. Mr. LLOYD GEORGE, we understand, has courteously offered to try to keep one or two industries going until the Commission arrives.

"Everything that happened more than a fortnight ago," says Mr. GEORGE BERNARD SHAW in The Daily News , "always is forgotten in this land of political trifling." We must draw what comfort we can from the reflection that Mr. SHAW himself happened more than a fortnight ago.

"Margarine," says an official notice, "can be bought anywhere after to day." This is not the experience of the man who entered an ironmonger's shop and asked for a couple of feet of it.

A woman who threatened to murder a neighbour was fined one shilling at Chertsey... Continue reading book >>

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