Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 98 January 11, 1890 By: Various
"Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 98 January 11, 1890" is a collection of satirical sketches, jokes, and illustrations that were originally published in the popular British magazine. The humor in this volume is witty, clever, and sometimes biting, reflecting the societal and political issues of the time. The writing style is sharp and engaging, and the illustrations add an extra layer of humor to the content. The contributors have a keen eye for detail and are able to poke fun at various aspects of society with finesse. Overall, "Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 98 January 11, 1890" is a delightful read for those interested in British humor and satire from the late 19th century. It offers a unique and entertaining glimpse into the cultural landscape of the time. First Page: PUNCH, OR THE LONDON CHARIVARI. VOL. 98 January 11, 1890. UNTILED; OR, THE MODERN ASMODEUS. "Très volontiers," repartit le démon. "Vous aimez les tableaux changeans; je veux vous contenter." Le Diable Boiteux. XVI. "Midnight's meridian is supposed to mark The bound twixt toil and slumber. Light and dark Mete out the lives of mortals In happy alternation," said my guide. "Six hours must fleet ere Phoebus shall set wide His glowing orient portals. "The last loud halloo at the tavern door long since has driven the reckless and the poor From misery's only haven Forth on the chilling night. 'All out! All out!' Less sad would fall on bibulous souls, no doubt, The refrain of the Raven. "London lies shuttered close. Law's measured beat Falls echoing down the shadow chequered street; A distant cab wheel clatters; The wastrel's drunken cry, the waif's low moan, Reach not the ear of tired Philistia, prone, Dreaming of other matters." "The Shadow's slow subacid speech, I knew, Foreboded more than mirth. Downward we drew, Silent, and all un noted, O'er sleeping Shopdom. Sleeping? Closer quest Might prove it one vast Valley of Unrest O'er which we mutely floated. "Post midnight peace," I said, "must fall like balm, After the long day's turmoil, on this calm, Close clustering, lamp lit city," "Peace?" sighed the Shadow... Continue reading book >>

Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 98 January 11, 1890 By: Various

"Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 98 January 11, 1890" is a collection of satirical sketches, jokes, and illustrations that were originally published in the popular British magazine. The humor in this volume is witty, clever, and sometimes biting, reflecting the societal and political issues of the time.

The writing style is sharp and engaging, and the illustrations add an extra layer of humor to the content. The contributors have a keen eye for detail and are able to poke fun at various aspects of society with finesse.

Overall, "Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 98 January 11, 1890" is a delightful read for those interested in British humor and satire from the late 19th century. It offers a unique and entertaining glimpse into the cultural landscape of the time.

First Page:

PUNCH, OR THE LONDON CHARIVARI.

VOL. 98

January 11, 1890.

UNTILED; OR, THE MODERN ASMODEUS.

"Très volontiers," repartit le démon. "Vous aimez les tableaux changeans; je veux vous contenter."

Le Diable Boiteux.

XVI.

"Midnight's meridian is supposed to mark The bound twixt toil and slumber. Light and dark Mete out the lives of mortals In happy alternation," said my guide. "Six hours must fleet ere Phoebus shall set wide His glowing orient portals.

"The last loud halloo at the tavern door long since has driven the reckless and the poor From misery's only haven Forth on the chilling night. 'All out! All out!' Less sad would fall on bibulous souls, no doubt, The refrain of the Raven.

"London lies shuttered close. Law's measured beat Falls echoing down the shadow chequered street; A distant cab wheel clatters; The wastrel's drunken cry, the waif's low moan, Reach not the ear of tired Philistia, prone, Dreaming of other matters."

"The Shadow's slow subacid speech, I knew, Foreboded more than mirth. Downward we drew, Silent, and all un noted, O'er sleeping Shopdom. Sleeping? Closer quest Might prove it one vast Valley of Unrest O'er which we mutely floated.

"Post midnight peace," I said, "must fall like balm, After the long day's turmoil, on this calm, Close clustering, lamp lit city," "Peace?" sighed the Shadow... Continue reading book >>

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