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Punch and Judy in 19th Century America

- A History and Biographical Dictionary

About Punch and Judy in 19th Century America

The hand-puppet play starring the characters Punch and Judy was introduced from England and became extremely popular in the US in the 1800s. This book contains the record of what the author has learned about almost 350 American Punch players. And it explores the significance of the 19th-century American show as a reflection of the attitudes and conditions of its time and place.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9780786472703
  • Binding:
  • Paperback
  • Pages:
  • 284
  • Published:
  • March 14, 2013
  • Dimensions:
  • 178x254x14 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 499 g.
Delivery: 2-4 weeks
Expected delivery: December 22, 2024
Extended return policy to January 30, 2025

Description of Punch and Judy in 19th Century America

The hand-puppet play starring the characters Punch and Judy was introduced from England and became extremely popular in the US in the 1800s. This book contains the record of what the author has learned about almost 350 American Punch players. And it explores the significance of the 19th-century American show as a reflection of the attitudes and conditions of its time and place.

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