Punch, or the London Charivari. Volume 93. August 27, 1887 By: Various
"Punch, or the London Charivari. Volume 93. August 27, 1887" is a clever and witty collection of satirical cartoons, articles, and poems that provide a humorous glimpse into Victorian society. The illustrations are beautifully detailed and the writing is sharp and entertaining, making it a joy to read. The magazine covers a wide range of topics, from politics to fashion, offering readers a diverse and engaging experience. Overall, this volume is a delightful snapshot of the cultural landscape of the late 19th century, and is sure to entertain and amuse readers of all ages. First Page: PUNCH, OR THE LONDON CHARIVARI. VOLUME 93. AUGUST 27, 1887. THE PRICE OF SUPPORT. A Fragment of a coming Contemporary Romance. "Is it possible that Mr. GLADSTONE, not content with having allied himself with the Parnellites, or with having endeavoured to sow jealousies between the component parts of the United Kingdom, is at last endeavouring to purchase the parliamentary support of the South Eastern Railway? The idea seems almost too humiliating to be entertained; but it is not easy to place any other interpretation upon this new and startling announcement. Can it be conceived that the safety of England ranks as nothing in his estimation when it is brought into competition with the possibility of winning a few votes from the interested supporters of a commercial enterprise?" Times. VOL. I. THE COMPACT. IT was on a sultry August evening in the memorable year 1887 that a stranger, whose anxious gaze, now and again fixed on the entrance, denoted the fact that he was awaiting the arrival of one of the Members, crossed and re crossed the pavement of the Hall of the Reform Club with a step that indicated a high condition of nervous trepidation. To the casual observer he might have passed for a solicitor in an extreme state of irritability... Continue reading book >>

Punch, or the London Charivari. Volume 93. August 27, 1887 By: Various

"Punch, or the London Charivari. Volume 93. August 27, 1887" is a clever and witty collection of satirical cartoons, articles, and poems that provide a humorous glimpse into Victorian society. The illustrations are beautifully detailed and the writing is sharp and entertaining, making it a joy to read. The magazine covers a wide range of topics, from politics to fashion, offering readers a diverse and engaging experience. Overall, this volume is a delightful snapshot of the cultural landscape of the late 19th century, and is sure to entertain and amuse readers of all ages.

First Page:

PUNCH,

OR THE LONDON CHARIVARI.

VOLUME 93.

AUGUST 27, 1887.

THE PRICE OF SUPPORT.

A Fragment of a coming Contemporary Romance.

"Is it possible that Mr. GLADSTONE, not content with having allied himself with the Parnellites, or with having endeavoured to sow jealousies between the component parts of the United Kingdom, is at last endeavouring to purchase the parliamentary support of the South Eastern Railway? The idea seems almost too humiliating to be entertained; but it is not easy to place any other interpretation upon this new and startling announcement. Can it be conceived that the safety of England ranks as nothing in his estimation when it is brought into competition with the possibility of winning a few votes from the interested supporters of a commercial enterprise?" Times.

VOL. I. THE COMPACT.

IT was on a sultry August evening in the memorable year 1887 that a stranger, whose anxious gaze, now and again fixed on the entrance, denoted the fact that he was awaiting the arrival of one of the Members, crossed and re crossed the pavement of the Hall of the Reform Club with a step that indicated a high condition of nervous trepidation. To the casual observer he might have passed for a solicitor in an extreme state of irritability... Continue reading book >>

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