Judge — July 1, 1916 — page 2: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# Analysis This page is primarily **advertising**, not satire or political commentary. It promotes a Standard Edition of Shakespeare's complete works published by the Brederloh Subscription Co. The marketing copy quotes Alexandre Dumas praising Shakespeare's character creation ("After God, Shakespeare has created most"). The ad emphasizes the edition's exclusive features—prefaces, critical notes, glossaries, and illustrations—unavailable in competing editions. A key selling point is the "Publisher's Price Cut in Half," suggesting competitive pricing advantages. The page includes images of the book volumes and a coupon for mail subscription. The only potentially humorous element is the caption "Not An Exaggerated Edition" accompanying an illustration, likely a lighthearted assurance of authenticity. This represents straightforward product promotion rather than political or social satire typical of Judge magazine.