Punch,  20 (1851), 191.

The Rotation of the Earth

Swiggins

Genre:

Letter, Spoof

Subjects:

Astronomy, Geology, Mechanics


    Claims evidence for the rotation of the earth which, dismissing such technical questions such as 'latitude or longitude', is based on his observation of a ceiling after drinking 'brandy-and-water'.



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