Punch, or the London Charivari. Volume 93, September 10, 1887 By: Various
Punch, or the London Charivari Volume 93, September 10, 1887 provides a captivating glimpse into the humor and satirical wit of the Victorian era. This collection of humorous essays, poems, and illustrations offers a unique insight into the social and political issues of the time, all presented with a sharp and clever sense of irony. The contributors to this volume display a remarkable talent for blending comedy with incisive commentary, tackling topics ranging from the absurdities of everyday life to the follies of politicians and celebrities. The cartoons and caricatures are particularly enjoyable, providing a visual representation of the biting humor that Punch was known for. While some references may be dated, the overall wit and charm of Punch, or the London Charivari Volume 93, September 10, 1887 make it a delightful read for anyone interested in the history of satire and comedy. This volume serves as a reminder of how humor can be a powerful tool for critiquing society and shedding light on the absurdities of human behavior. First Page: PUNCH, OR THE LONDON CHARIVARI. VOLUME 93. SEPTEMBER 10, 1887. STRANGE ADVENTURES OF ASCENA LUKINGLASSE. ( By PHIL UPPES, Author of "An Out of Luck Young Man," "Jack and Jill went up the Hill," "The Bishop and his Grandmother," &c. ) ASCENA'S NARRATIVE. THE story which I have to tell is more than strange. It is so terrible, so incredible, so entirely contrary to all that any ordinary reader of the London Journal or the "penny dreadfuls" has ever heard of, that even now I have some doubt in telling it. I happen, however, to know it is true, and so does my husband. My husband will come in presently with his narrative. There! that ought to make you curious. A very good commencement. My early life was uneventful. I was a foundling. I was left with two old ladies (I fancy I may work them up some day into "character" sketches) by a perfect gentleman, who, after giving them £200, went away the next morning to Vienna for ever. He left with these two old ladies a little wardrobe full of clothes, but there was not a mark, nor so much as an initial, upon a single thing. They had all been cut out with a sharp pair of scissors. This again ought to excite your curiosity. Bear it in mind. Mysterious parentage no mother, no marks, and father gone to Vienna for ever... Continue reading book >>

Punch, or the London Charivari. Volume 93, September 10, 1887 By: Various

Punch, or the London Charivari Volume 93, September 10, 1887 provides a captivating glimpse into the humor and satirical wit of the Victorian era. This collection of humorous essays, poems, and illustrations offers a unique insight into the social and political issues of the time, all presented with a sharp and clever sense of irony.

The contributors to this volume display a remarkable talent for blending comedy with incisive commentary, tackling topics ranging from the absurdities of everyday life to the follies of politicians and celebrities. The cartoons and caricatures are particularly enjoyable, providing a visual representation of the biting humor that Punch was known for.

While some references may be dated, the overall wit and charm of Punch, or the London Charivari Volume 93, September 10, 1887 make it a delightful read for anyone interested in the history of satire and comedy. This volume serves as a reminder of how humor can be a powerful tool for critiquing society and shedding light on the absurdities of human behavior.

First Page:

PUNCH,

OR THE LONDON CHARIVARI.

VOLUME 93.

SEPTEMBER 10, 1887.

STRANGE ADVENTURES OF ASCENA LUKINGLASSE.

( By PHIL UPPES, Author of "An Out of Luck Young Man," "Jack and Jill went up the Hill," "The Bishop and his Grandmother," &c. )

ASCENA'S NARRATIVE.

THE story which I have to tell is more than strange. It is so terrible, so incredible, so entirely contrary to all that any ordinary reader of the London Journal or the "penny dreadfuls" has ever heard of, that even now I have some doubt in telling it. I happen, however, to know it is true, and so does my husband. My husband will come in presently with his narrative. There! that ought to make you curious. A very good commencement.

My early life was uneventful. I was a foundling. I was left with two old ladies (I fancy I may work them up some day into "character" sketches) by a perfect gentleman, who, after giving them £200, went away the next morning to Vienna for ever. He left with these two old ladies a little wardrobe full of clothes, but there was not a mark, nor so much as an initial, upon a single thing. They had all been cut out with a sharp pair of scissors.

This again ought to excite your curiosity. Bear it in mind. Mysterious parentage no mother, no marks, and father gone to Vienna for ever... Continue reading book >>

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