Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 101, October 17, 1891 By: Various
Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 101, October 17, 1891 offers a delightful collection of satirical and humorous writing that provides a fascinating look at Victorian society. The illustrations are charming and add to the overall enjoyment of the magazine. The topics covered range from politics to everyday life, showcasing the wit and cleverness of the writers and cartoonists. While some of the jokes may be dated, many still resonate today. Overall, this volume is a delightful read for anyone interested in British history and satire. First Page: PUNCH, OR THE LONDON CHARIVARI. VOL. 101. October 17, 1891. THE AUTOMATIC PHYSIOGNOMIST. SCENE The German Exhibition, near an ingenious machine constructed to reveal the character and future of a person according to the colour of his or her hair, for the small consideration of one penny. A party of Pleasure seekers are examining it. First Pleasure seeker ( a sprightly young lady of the name of LOTTIE ). "Put in a penny and get a summary of your character from the colour of your 'air." I wonder what they'll 'ave next ! Second Pl. s. ( her admirer, a porridge faced young man with pink eyelids and faming hair, addressed as 'ECTOR by his intimates ). Ah, it's surprising how far they've got, it reelly is. And beginning with butter scotch, too! Aunt Maria . Come on, do you don't want to waste no more time over that rubbidge! Fourth Pl. s. ( a lanky youth, with pale hair and a receding chin, to his fiancée ). Hadn't we better be making a move if we're going to 'ear the band, CARRIE? Carrie . I shall move on when I like , without your leave, FREDDY; so make no mistake. Freddy . Oh, I 'm in no 'urry. I only thought your Aunt was getting but don't mind me. [CARRIE does not mind him. Dolph . ( the funny man of the party ). 'Old on a bit! I've got some coppers... Continue reading book >>

Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 101, October 17, 1891 By: Various

Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 101, October 17, 1891 offers a delightful collection of satirical and humorous writing that provides a fascinating look at Victorian society. The illustrations are charming and add to the overall enjoyment of the magazine. The topics covered range from politics to everyday life, showcasing the wit and cleverness of the writers and cartoonists. While some of the jokes may be dated, many still resonate today. Overall, this volume is a delightful read for anyone interested in British history and satire.

First Page:

PUNCH,

OR THE LONDON CHARIVARI.

VOL. 101.

October 17, 1891.

THE AUTOMATIC PHYSIOGNOMIST.

SCENE The German Exhibition, near an ingenious machine constructed to reveal the character and future of a person according to the colour of his or her hair, for the small consideration of one penny. A party of Pleasure seekers are examining it.

First Pleasure seeker ( a sprightly young lady of the name of LOTTIE ). "Put in a penny and get a summary of your character from the colour of your 'air." I wonder what they'll 'ave next !

Second Pl. s. ( her admirer, a porridge faced young man with pink eyelids and faming hair, addressed as 'ECTOR by his intimates ). Ah, it's surprising how far they've got, it reelly is. And beginning with butter scotch, too!

Aunt Maria . Come on, do you don't want to waste no more time over that rubbidge!

Fourth Pl. s. ( a lanky youth, with pale hair and a receding chin, to his fiancée ). Hadn't we better be making a move if we're going to 'ear the band, CARRIE?

Carrie . I shall move on when I like , without your leave, FREDDY; so make no mistake.

Freddy . Oh, I 'm in no 'urry. I only thought your Aunt was getting but don't mind me. [CARRIE does not mind him.

Dolph . ( the funny man of the party ). 'Old on a bit! I've got some coppers... Continue reading book >>

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