The book "Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 147, August 5, 1914" is a collection of humorous magazines, which was published on the day of the start of the First World War. This publication reflects the social, political and cultural issues of the time through the prism of jokes and caricatures. The authors of the works are various talented writers and illustrators who help the reader better understand the historical context and humor of that period. This book is an interesting source for studying the atmosphere of pre-war London and the attitude of society to the great events of that time.