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Punch and Judy : the tragical comedy or comical tragedy. Adams, Maryline Poole printer, binder.

Punch and Judy is a traditional British puppet or marionette show that stars Mr. Punch, and his wife Judy. These two, alongside a rotating cast of stock characters (such as the Hangman, The Constable, The Baby, The Devil, ect) act out short comedic sketches heavily based on outrageous comedy, or slapstick. Another popular feature is having the audience participate by trying to 'warn' the characters of danger or pointing out things that they are 'missing'.

Today's item is shaped like the traditional puppet booth and includes a typical Punch and Judy plot line with movable paper figures. There is also an illustration of the inside of the booth next to the colophon.

"The script and illustrations ... were adapted from C.H. Grandgent and G. Cruikshank, respectively."--Colophon Library has copy no. 8, signed by printer. --Catalog

See more items by Maryline Poole Adams in our collection here.

--Diane R., Special Collections Graduate Student

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Scenes from “Moveable Artists Books 2: Advanced and Independent Projects Studio.” Andrea Dezsö’s @andreadezso students created independent, movable (also #beautiful and #detailed and #meticulouslycrafted) books. #hampshirecollege #handmade #artistsbook #bookart #moveablebooks #andreadezso #gradesareforgradeschool (at Hampshire College)

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