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A lively snapshot of late‑Victorian humor, this collection brings listeners into the bustling world of a beloved weekly satirical magazine. The opening verses playfully dramatise a nervous first encounter with a seaside bathing‑machine, mixing mock‑heroic language with vivid, almost theatrical descriptions of splash‑soaked mishaps. From there the tone shifts to cheeky commentary on election day, lampooning the earnest yet absurd bravado of voters with a wink and a raised eyebrow.

Beyond the beach, the anthology offers a surprising taste of “new poetry” that celebrates the rough‑and‑tumble life of British prize‑fighters, delivering gritty rhymes that capture their rough charm without romanticising the sport. Sprinkled throughout are witty sketches, caricatures and short, punchy verses that capture the era’s fascination with the ordinary turned extraordinary. Listeners will enjoy a rollicking blend of satire, social observation and vivid, character‑driven humor that feels both historically rooted and refreshingly lively.

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