Points Of Humor (1823)

Points Of Humor (1823)

George Cruikshank

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
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Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9781437056433
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''Points of Humor'' is a collection of humorous illustrations by the renowned British caricaturist, George Cruikshank. Originally published in 1823, this book features a series of satirical sketches and cartoons that poke fun at the social and political issues of the time. From lampooning the excesses of the aristocracy to ridiculing the foibles of the working class, Cruikshank’s drawings are both witty and insightful. The book includes a variety of subjects, ranging from political satire to bawdy humor, and showcases Cruikshank’s talent for capturing the absurdity of human behavior. With its sharp wit and clever illustrations, ''Points of Humor'' remains a classic of British humor and a testament to Cruikshank’s enduring legacy as a master of caricature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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