Life — February 3, 1921 — page 12: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page is primarily a promotional piece for *Life* magazine rather than a political cartoon. The illustration shows a young woman with an ambiguous, knowing expression, accompanying text that plays on the phrase "Good night" — repeating it obsessively as if it's become meaningless small talk. The advertisement promotes an upcoming series by Charles Dana Gibson titled "People We Can Get Along Without," suggesting satirical character sketches. The page teases forthcoming special issues: coverage of people "going South," *Life*'s history, a "Naughty Number," and Easter content. The humor lies in mocking empty social pleasantries and foreshadowing Gibson's satirical commentary on types of people readers encounter. Subscription details and pricing are listed at the bottom.