Punch, or the London Charivari Volume 98, January 4, 1890 By: Various
Punch, or the London Charivari Volume 98, January 4, 1890 offers a fascinating look into Victorian-era humor and satire. The collection of cartoons, articles, and poems provides insight into the social and political issues of the time, with biting commentary on the upper classes, government, and popular culture. The illustrations are clever and detailed, capturing the essence of the era while poking fun at its absurdities. The writing is witty and sharp, showcasing the talent of the contributors who used humor as a tool for social commentary. While some of the jokes and references may be dated, Punch, or the London Charivari Volume 98, January 4, 1890 remains an entertaining and enlightening read for those interested in history, literature, or satire. Its combination of clever writing and engaging illustrations make it a valuable addition to any collection of Victorian-era literature. First Page: PUNCH, OR THE LONDON CHARIVARI VOL. 98 JANUARY 4, 1890 [Illustration: PUNCH VOL 98] London: Published at the Office, 85, Fleet Street, and Sold by All Booksellers. 1890. [Illustration: Preface] It was a Midsummer Night, and Mr. PUNCH in his sanctum dreamed a Dream! To adapt the Laureate's lay: He read, before his eyelids dropt their shade, The Lusiads of CAMOENS, long ago Sung by the Lusitanian bard, who made Great GAMA'S glories glow. It was the wondrous tale of STANLEY which had turned the Sage's attention to the pages of the great Epic of Commerce. He had read: "Afric behold! alas, what altered view! Her lands uncultured, and her sons untrue; Ungraced with all that sweetens human life, Savage and fierce, they roam in brutal strife; Eager they grasp the gifts which culture yields, Yet naked roam their own neglected fields." And though even Africa has considerably changed since the year of grace 1497, when "daring GAMA" went "incessant labouring round the stormy Cape," Mr. PUNCH thought of that great gloom shrouded Equatorial Forest and its secular savage dwarf denizens, and mused how much there was yet for our modern GAMAS to do in the Dark Continent. Mr. PUNCH found himself in the lovely "Isle of Venus," the delicious floral Paradise which the Queen of Love, "the guardian goddess of the Lusian race," created "amid the bosom of the watery waste," as "a place of glad repast and sweet repose," for the tired home returning GAMA and his companions... Continue reading book >>

Punch, or the London Charivari Volume 98, January 4, 1890 By: Various

Punch, or the London Charivari Volume 98, January 4, 1890 offers a fascinating look into Victorian-era humor and satire. The collection of cartoons, articles, and poems provides insight into the social and political issues of the time, with biting commentary on the upper classes, government, and popular culture.

The illustrations are clever and detailed, capturing the essence of the era while poking fun at its absurdities. The writing is witty and sharp, showcasing the talent of the contributors who used humor as a tool for social commentary.

While some of the jokes and references may be dated, Punch, or the London Charivari Volume 98, January 4, 1890 remains an entertaining and enlightening read for those interested in history, literature, or satire. Its combination of clever writing and engaging illustrations make it a valuable addition to any collection of Victorian-era literature.

First Page:

PUNCH, OR THE LONDON CHARIVARI

VOL. 98

JANUARY 4, 1890

[Illustration: PUNCH VOL 98]

London: Published at the Office, 85, Fleet Street, and Sold by All Booksellers. 1890.

[Illustration: Preface]

It was a Midsummer Night, and Mr. PUNCH in his sanctum dreamed a Dream! To adapt the Laureate's lay:

He read, before his eyelids dropt their shade, The Lusiads of CAMOENS, long ago Sung by the Lusitanian bard, who made Great GAMA'S glories glow.

It was the wondrous tale of STANLEY which had turned the Sage's attention to the pages of the great Epic of Commerce.

He had read:

"Afric behold! alas, what altered view! Her lands uncultured, and her sons untrue; Ungraced with all that sweetens human life, Savage and fierce, they roam in brutal strife; Eager they grasp the gifts which culture yields, Yet naked roam their own neglected fields."

And though even Africa has considerably changed since the year of grace 1497, when "daring GAMA" went "incessant labouring round the stormy Cape," Mr. PUNCH thought of that great gloom shrouded Equatorial Forest and its secular savage dwarf denizens, and mused how much there was yet for our modern GAMAS to do in the Dark Continent.

Mr. PUNCH found himself in the lovely "Isle of Venus," the delicious floral Paradise which the Queen of Love, "the guardian goddess of the Lusian race," created "amid the bosom of the watery waste," as "a place of glad repast and sweet repose," for the tired home returning GAMA and his companions... Continue reading book >>

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