About this book
Mr. Punch Awheel: The Humours of Motoring and Cycling by John Alexander Hammerton delights with a sharp, comic take on the arrival of bicycles and motor cars in British life. This vintage humor collection gathers satirical sketches, lively essays, and 120 spirited illustrations from the pages of Punch, offering a portrait of technological anxiety, social change, and the British knack for lampooning new fashions.
Hammerton edits a lively anthology of cartoons and comic commentary by leading Punch artists and writers, capturing the clash between progress and tradition as cyclists and motorists navigate roads, manners, and mishaps. The tone ranges from affectionate ridicule to knowing sarcasm, reflecting late Victorian and Edwardian attitudes toward innovation, class, and leisure. The illustrations add a visual punch to the wit, making the audiobook both literary and pictorial in spirit.
Ideal for listeners who enjoy humor, literary satire, and cultural history, this audiobook is a perfect listen for fans of classic comic writing, motoring and cycling enthusiasts curious about their past, or anyone who appreciates sharp-period satire delivered with charm and bite.
