The critical period in matrimony is breakfast-time.

A.P. Herbert

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Topic

Marriage

Author

A.P. Herbert

Source

Marrowfat v. Marrowfat: Is Marriage Lawful? Punch

Medium

Essay

Genre

Satire

Language

English

Time

1935 1930s 20th century

Occupation

Politician Lawyer

From

United Kingdom Europe

Authentication Score 3

Citation

Herbert, A. P. "Marrowfat v. Marrowfat." Punch, 13 July 1927.

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Medium
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Topic
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Source
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Language
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Time
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Citation

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