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Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 101, July 25, 1891   By:

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This collection of satirical and humorous pieces from Punch magazine provides a fascinating glimpse into the social and political landscape of late 19th century London. The witty commentary on current events and personalities is both entertaining and thought-provoking, offering a unique perspective on the issues of the time. The illustrations accompanying the articles are also beautifully detailed and add an extra layer of charm to the publication. Overall, Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 101, July 25, 1891 is a delightful read that will appeal to readers interested in history, literature, and satire.

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PUNCH,

OR THE LONDON CHARIVARI.

VOL. 101.

July 25, 1891.

OPERATIC NOTES.

[Illustration: Amonasro ( the Black King ). "I am your father. I've kept myself dark so long that I've become quite black!"

Aïda ( the White Maiden ). "Oh! go away, black man; don't come anigh me!! You ought to be Otello to morrow night."

Little Ravelli Radames ( aside ). "No matter what colour, I love her!!"]

[Illustration: Covent Garden Stars seen through the Harriscope.]

Tuesday, July 14 . Madame NORDICA is not at her best as Aïda . It lacks colour that is on the face and hands, where at least should be shown some more "colourable pretence" for being the daughter of so blackened a character as is her father Amonasro , played as a villain of the deepest dye by M. DEVOYOD. When the celebrated march was heard, the players didn't seem particularly strong in trumps, and the trumpets giving a somewhat "uncertain sound," a trifle husky, as if they'd caught cold, somewhat marred the usually thrilling effect. Gorgeous scene; and RAVELLI the Reliable as Radames quite the success of the evening. Mlle. GUERCIA as Amneris seemed to have made up after an old steel plate in a bygone Book of Beauty. Where are those Books of Beauty now! And The Keepsake ? Where the pseudo Byronic poetry and the short stories by Mrs... Continue reading book >>


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