A delightful treasury of wit and humor, "Punch's Pocket-Book of Fun" collects the best cuts and cuttings from the first twenty-five volumes of Punch magazine. This volume showcases the satirical edge and social commentary that made Punch a beloved and influential Victorian periodical. Illustrated with 75 engravings, this collection offers a glimpse into the humor of the era, lampooning the fashions, follies, and figures of 19th-century society. From political jibes to everyday absurdities, the wit and wisdom of Punch remain remarkably fresh and entertaining. A perfect gift for lovers of historical humor and those interested in the social history of Victorian England.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.