Excerpt from Mr. Punch Afloat: The Humours of Boating and Sailing
River and sea, with their teeming summer life as we know them in Great Britain and around our coasts, have yielded a rich supply of subjects for the pens and pencils Of mr. Punch's merry men. In Stevenson's famous story of The Merry Men, it is the cruel side of the sea that is symbolised under that ironic description; but there is no touch of gall, no sinister undertone, in the mirth of mr. Punch's merry men.
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The many works of Sir John Tenniel (1820-1914) include many humorous and political cartoons for Punch and other periodicals of the time, but he is best known for his illustrations of the original editions of Alice in Wonderland and Through the Looking Class.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. Embark on a literary journey along the Thames, as depicted through the eyes of humorists from the pages of "Punch" magazine. This captivating collection of anecdotes, cartoons, and witticisms paints a vivid picture of the river's bustling past. From the eccentricities of regattas to the misadventures of boating enthusiasts, this book captures the essence of the Thames's unique charm. The author delves into the social customs and technological advancements that shaped the river's history. Through the lens of Victorian humor, readers will gain a glimpse into the changing landscape of the Thames and the enduring spirit of those who have navigated its waters. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331528722_0
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