Punchinello, Volume 1, No. 04, April 23, 1870 by Various
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About this eBook
| Author | Various |
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| Title | Punchinello, Volume 1, No. 04, April 23, 1870 |
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Produced by Cornell University, Joshua Hutchinson, Steve Schulze and PG Distributed Proofreaders |
| Summary | "Punchinello, Volume 1, No. 04, April 23, 1870" by Various is a humorous and satirical publication from the late 19th century, specifically during the post-Civil War era in America. The book is part of a weekly series called Punchinello, which provides a platform for witty commentary on social and political issues of the time through caricatures, essays, and engaging anecdotes. The focus of this edition is a mix of literary satire, theatrical reviews, and public commentary, reflecting the cultural and political nuances of the period. The content in this issue of Punchinello includes amusing accounts of theater performances, particularly a comical review of a production of Macbeth, highlighting the audience's reactions and the performance's shortcomings. Additionally, it features clever commentary on various current events, such as political discussions, social attitudes, and humorous takes on everyday life, woven together with clever language and illustrative cartoons. The publication exemplifies the era's penchant for humor in addressing and critiquing societal norms, making it a fascinating glimpse into historical humor and satire. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | American wit and humor -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 9898 |
| Release Date | Feb 1, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 27, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 191 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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