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Punch and Judy
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The Punch Page is pleased to be able to present a pdf file (1.9MB) facsimile of the script and illustrations from an 1832 edition
of the original book published by S. Prowett in London in 1828. This book has had a lot of influence on Punch & Judy scholars, performers and professors throughout the world ever since it was published. For example, a copy was found in the personal library of Prof. Charles Mack who performed a celebrated Punch & Judy Show throughout the northeastern United States from the 1890s through the 1920s. Collier is said to have taken some liberties when recording Piccinis version of Punch & Judy. Many British performers have even stated that the Collier/Cruickshank script was totally inaccurate. Nonetheless, this book provides us with a glimpse of Punch in his early days and the Cruickshank illustrations have had a major impact of there own on the overall appearance and design of Punch and Judy puppets, props and stages during the past 170 years. This book is a must for anyone interested in Punch and Judy. The pdf file will take about 5-10 minutes to download depending on your connection, but it is most definitely well worth the time. PDF file Notes The pdf file of the Collier/Cruickshank book is the result of great work by Punch & Judy fan Christopher van Der Craats of Australia. He shares his thoughts on the importance of understanding and honoring Punch & Judy traditions. The Punch Page pdf file (1.9MB) of The Tragical Comedy or Comical Tragedy of Punch and Judy by Collier & Cruickshank, 1832. |