Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 105, July 8th 1893 By: Various
Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 105, July 8th 1893 provides a fascinating and entertaining look into the social and political landscape of late 19th century Britain. The collection of satirical cartoons, humorous essays, and witty commentary offers a glimpse into the everyday life of Victorians, with a particular focus on the happenings in London. The variety of contributors in this volume ensures a diverse range of perspectives and styles, making for an engaging read that will appeal to a wide audience. The satirical cartoons are particularly memorable, offering sharp critiques of contemporary events and personalities in a way that is both humorous and thought-provoking. Overall, Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 105, July 8th 1893 is a delightful and insightful glimpse into the past that is sure to entertain and enlighten readers interested in history, politics, and satire. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a unique and entertaining read from the late 19th century. First Page: [Illustration: PUNCH VOL CV] LONDON: PUBLISHED AT THE OFFICE, 85, FLEET STREET, AND SOLD BY ALL BOOKSELLERS. 1893. [Illustration: PREFACE] " Vox, et præterea nihil! " murmured Somebody in the background. "Who made that stale and inappropriate quotation?" exclaimed Mr. Oracle PUNCH, looking severely around the illustrious group gathered in his sanctum about the brazen tripod which bore his brand new Phonograph. Nobody answered. "Glad to see you are ashamed of yourself, whoever you are," snapped the Seer. "Rather think the a Spook spoke," muttered a self important looking personage, obliquely eyeing a shadowy visitor from Borderland. "Humph! JULIA may use your hand, but you will not trump mine ," retorted the Oracle. "If revenants knew what nonsense is put into their spectral mouths by noodles and charlatans, they would never return to be made spectral pilgarlics of." "A ghost is a good thing in a Christmas story!" laughed the jolly old gentleman in a holly crown. "Elsewhere it is generally a fraud and a nuisance." "Right, Father Christmas!" cried Mr. PUNCH. "But the Voces from my Oracular Funograph are not ghostly nothings, neither are they ambiguous, like the oracles of the Sibyl of Cumæ, to which, my eloquent Premier, some have had the audacity to compare certain of your vocal deliverances... Continue reading book >>

Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 105, July 8th 1893 By: Various

Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 105, July 8th 1893 provides a fascinating and entertaining look into the social and political landscape of late 19th century Britain. The collection of satirical cartoons, humorous essays, and witty commentary offers a glimpse into the everyday life of Victorians, with a particular focus on the happenings in London.

The variety of contributors in this volume ensures a diverse range of perspectives and styles, making for an engaging read that will appeal to a wide audience. The satirical cartoons are particularly memorable, offering sharp critiques of contemporary events and personalities in a way that is both humorous and thought-provoking.

Overall, Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 105, July 8th 1893 is a delightful and insightful glimpse into the past that is sure to entertain and enlighten readers interested in history, politics, and satire. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a unique and entertaining read from the late 19th century.

First Page:

[Illustration: PUNCH VOL CV]

LONDON:

PUBLISHED AT THE OFFICE, 85, FLEET STREET,

AND SOLD BY ALL BOOKSELLERS.

1893.

[Illustration: PREFACE]

" Vox, et præterea nihil! " murmured Somebody in the background.

"Who made that stale and inappropriate quotation?" exclaimed Mr. Oracle PUNCH, looking severely around the illustrious group gathered in his sanctum about the brazen tripod which bore his brand new Phonograph.

Nobody answered.

"Glad to see you are ashamed of yourself, whoever you are," snapped the Seer.

"Rather think the a Spook spoke," muttered a self important looking personage, obliquely eyeing a shadowy visitor from Borderland.

"Humph! JULIA may use your hand, but you will not trump mine ," retorted the Oracle. "If revenants knew what nonsense is put into their spectral mouths by noodles and charlatans, they would never return to be made spectral pilgarlics of."

"A ghost is a good thing in a Christmas story!" laughed the jolly old gentleman in a holly crown. "Elsewhere it is generally a fraud and a nuisance."

"Right, Father Christmas!" cried Mr. PUNCH. "But the Voces from my Oracular Funograph are not ghostly nothings, neither are they ambiguous, like the oracles of the Sibyl of Cumæ, to which, my eloquent Premier, some have had the audacity to compare certain of your vocal deliverances... Continue reading book >>

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