Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 1, December 4, 1841   By: Various

Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 1, December 4, 1841 is a witty and satirical collection of cartoons, articles, and essays that provide a humorous look at British society during the 19th century. The authors tackle various social and political issues with sharp wit and clever caricatures, making for an entertaining and thought-provoking read.

The illustrations are particularly well done, capturing the essence of the time period and adding an extra layer of humor to the content. The writing is sharp and witty, with clever wordplay and sharp observations that reflect the culture and attitudes of the day.

Overall, Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 1, December 4, 1841 is a delightful and engaging read that offers a unique glimpse into the past through the lens of humor and satire. It's a must-read for anyone interested in British history, literature, or comedy.

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MR. SNOOKS says, that it being his turn to be on watch on the night of Saturday, October 30th, he went to his duty as usual, and having turned into his box, slept until he was amazed by shouts and the rolling of wheels in all directions. The upper door of his box being open, he looked out of it, and his head struck violently against something hard, upon which he attempted to open the lower door of his box, when he found he could not. Thinking there was something wrong, he became very active in raising an alarm, but could obtain no attention; and he has since found that in the hurry of moving property from different parts of the building, his box had been closely barricaded; and he, consequently, was compelled to remain in it until the following morning. He says, however, that everything was quite safe in the middle of the day when he took his great coat to his box, and trimmed his lantern ready for the evening... Continue reading book >>