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Author: Mr Punch
Binding: Hardback
Published: PUNCH OFFICE, London , 1878
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket – some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Rebound copy. Worn boards with marks and flecks. Internally sound.
This collection presents a unique visual chronicle of 19th-century British politics through the sharp wit of *Punch* magazine. It illustrates the public and private life of Benjamin Disraeli, Earl of Beaconsfield, K.G., capturing his political triumphs and controversies with incisive humor. The volume details over one hundred iconic cartoons from Mr Punch, offering a fascinating perspective on the era’s social commentary and the art of political caricature. Readers gain insight into Disraeli’s enduring legacy and the powerful role of satire in shaping public opinion. This compilation serves as both a historical document and a testament to the enduring power of visual storytelling.