The Wasp — 1895 — page 334: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page contains a serialized story titled "A Mad Englishman" by S. Cecil (Russell) de la Hoope, featuring an illustration of a woman in period dress. The narrative satirizes English pretension and class anxieties. The story depicts various characters (De la Hoope, Georgie, Cecil, Chanterelle) discussing fashion, social propriety, and financial troubles. The satire targets English attitudes toward women's appearance, flower decorations on hats, and overconcern with maintaining appearances despite poverty. The accompanying illustration labeled "YOU CAN'T BLAME HER" shows two women in conversation, likely depicting a scene from the story. The page also contains advertisements for Ayer's Hair Vigor and shipping services, typical of period magazine formatting.