Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 93., October 22, 1887   By: Various

"Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 93., October 22, 1887" is a delightful collection of humorous and satirical content from the late 19th century. The witty commentary on current events, politics, and society is both entertaining and thought-provoking. The illustrations are also quite charming and add to the overall appeal of the publication. Overall, this volume provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of Victorian humor and is a must-read for fans of historical satire.

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And, be it said, the average audience is not at all averse to being harrowed provided this is done with any science and refinement. When persons are met together for social enjoyment, nothing apparently affords them keener pleasure than a performance which produces certain peculiar sensations, such as the feeling of partial want of control over the facial nerves, smarting behind the eyes, increasing obstruction in the throat, and a general conviction that, unless something occurs to make them laugh at once, they will be irresistibly compelled to sob like so many seals. It is, perhaps, a little odd but the taste exists, and must be taken into account. The sole drawbacks are that, too often, the means adopted to secure the desired result depend more than should be upon sentiment which might almost be described as false; that the incidents occasionally have too little relation to real life; and that, what might have proved eminently touching, is marred by some involuntary association with the ludicrous and grotesque... Continue reading book >>