Mr. Punch's Book of Love: Being the Humours of Courtship and Matrimony
A Victorian Collection of Love's Laughter and LightheartednessBy Various
Length2h 3m
About this audiobook
Mr. Punch's Book of Love: Being the Humours of Courtship and Matrimony is a delightful anthology that captures the timeless complexities of romantic relationships through the lens of British humor. The book, compiled from the iconic Punch magazine, presents a rich tapestry of witty illustrations and satirical essays that explore the trials and tribulations of courtship and marriage during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The blend of playful prose and incisive commentary highlights the societal norms of its time, often deconstructing the romantic ideal and exposing the absurdities of love with sharp humor and keen insight. The author, whose contributions to this compilation arise from a collective of various Punch writers and illustrators, reflects a strong tradition of British satire that captures the essence of social commentary woven into entertainment. The Punch magazine itself serves as a historical lens, emerging as a vital cultural institution that influenced public perception on personal matters such as love and marriage, revealing the societal expectations and relational dynamics of its epoch. This book is highly recommended for readers who seek not only to enjoy timeless wit but also to gain an understanding of the cultural mores and attitudes toward love and matrimony in Britain. Its engaging illustrations and humorous narratives make it an essential addition to both literary and social historical collections.
Audiobook details
GenreHumor
Length2 hrs 3 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 21, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1MR. PUNCH'S BOOK OF LOVE
25A DISTINCTION WITHOUT A DIFFERENCE
2MR. PUNCH'S BOOK OF LOVE
26Act I.—Before the Event.
3THE HUMOURS OF COURTSHIP AND MATRIMONY
27Act II.—After the Event.
4THE PUNCH LIBRARY OF HUMOUR
28THE SEVEN WONDERS OF A MARRIED MAN.
5ABOUT MATRIMONIAL JOKES, AND ONE IN PARTICULAR: "DRIVEN TO DESPERATION"
29THE SEVEN WONDERS OF A MARRIED WOMAN.
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6MR. PUNCH'S BOOK OF LOVE: DOMESTIC ECONOMY.
30WAITING: VIRGINIA STOCK'S VIEW OF IT.
7THE NEOGAMS—A WARNING
31SONG OF THE HIGHER SENTIMENTS
8SONGS OF THE HEARTH-RUG
32HOW TO MAKE LIFE EMINENTLY DISAGREEABLE
9MARRIAGE MEMORIES
33TO AN OLD FLAME—(Twenty Years after)
10A SCIENTIFIC WOOER
34THE FIN DE SIÈCLE SUITOR.
11TO ALL THE OTHER GIRLS
35A HUSBAND'S LAMENT
12VALENTINE'S DAY—THEN AND NOW
36LOVE AND COURTSHIP
13LOVE IN LACONICS
37MY NEIGHBOUR
14THE IDEAL HUSBAND
38ADVICE TO GIRL GRADUATES
15TO A RICH YOUNG WIDOW.
39READING BETWEEN THE MARRIAGE LINES
16THE "OFF" SEASON
40WAIT FOR AGE.
17LOVE LETTERS OF A BUSINESS MAN.
41EVOLUTION
18REFLECTIONS ON A BROKEN ENGAGEMENT
42AN ENGAGEMENT
19PROFESSIONAL LOVE-LETTERS
43DROP BY DROP
20I
44A YOUNG HUSBAND'S LAMENT
21II
45THE EDUCATION OF HUSBANDS
22WHAT TO WEAR ON YOUR WEDDING DAY.
46LINES TO MY LADY-LOVE
23WORDS TO A WIFE
47WHOM NOT TO MARRY:: TRITE BUT TRUE
24THE DIVORCE SHOP
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