Life — June 24, 1915 — page 23: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This satirical illustration depicts a social scene titled "Also Brave," showing an awkward outsider at "Mrs. Catchem's evenings"—apparently a fashionable social gathering of the era. The cartoon mocks social anxiety and class dynamics. A formally-dressed man stands uncomfortably among well-dressed guests in what appears to be a parlor setting. The title "Also Brave" suggests ironic commentary: attending such a social event requires courage, particularly for someone who doesn't belong or feels out of place. The illustration satirizes the pretensions of high society gatherings and the discomfort of social outsiders navigating elite circles. The exaggerated facial expressions and body language emphasize the man's discomfort amid the fashionable crowd, making social climbing and society gatherings the target of Life's characteristic satirical humor.