The Wasp — 1879 — page 341: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page contains primarily text—a serialized story titled "Phases of History: Not Generally given in Detail" (Part X, "Gleanings from Cinder, Cinder, and Char"). The narrative appears to be a satirical account of conflicts between characters named Mr. Martin and Mr. Cribbs, involving disputes over property, business dealings, and personal conduct. The text mocks their mutual antagonism and questionable behavior. **Without visible cartoons or illustrations on this page**, the satire operates through narrative mockery rather than visual caricature. The piece targets their moral failings and social pretensions through detailed, ironic storytelling—a common Victorian satirical technique. The page is primarily textual content rather than the illustrated cartoons typically associated with The Wasp.