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Motionless now and in absolute silence, she awaited her doom, the moments growing to hours, to years, to ages; and still those devilish eyes maintained their watch. Seen by contemporaries as a natural successor to Edgar Allan Poe but with the added dimensions of a man who had witnessed true horror fighting in some of the bloodiest battles of the American Civil War, Ambrose Bierce was one of America's leading convention-defying writers, critics and essayists of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries - but still remains relatively unknown by many fans of the genre. This new collection not only brings together some of Bierce's best and most unusual stories (such as 'An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge', 'The Moonlit Road' and 'The Death of Halpin Frayser') but also highlights those aspects of his life which saw him as a loner, someone who stepped aside from society and observed it as some other being. Even in death Bierce was unconventional, disappearing to join the Mexican Revolution, never to be seen again - a mystery editor Mike Ashley explores in a closing essay for the book.

Among this collection are Bierce's Civil War fictions "An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge" and "Chickamauga"; his macabre masterpieces; and his tales of supernatural horror.

Features war stories that are arresting, often shocking accounts of the incivilities perpetrated by and on men suddenly confronting their own mortality.This title includes stories such as: 'An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge', 'Chickamauga', 'The Mocking Bird', 'The Coup de Grace', 'Parker Anderson, Philosopher', and other stories.

"Black Beetles in Amber" by Ambrose Bierce is a collection of short stories that showcases the author's masterful command of the macabre, the mysterious, and the unexpected. Published in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, these tales reflect Bierce's unique literary style and his inclination toward exploring the darker corners of human experience. At the core of "Black Beetles in Amber" is Bierce's fascination with the bizarre and the supernatural. The title itself, invoking the image of black beetles preserved in amber, sets the tone for a collection that delves into the timeless themes of mortality, fate, and the enigmatic nature of existence. Each short story within the collection is a carefully crafted narrative that often defies conventional expectations. Bierce's storytelling is characterized by its economy of language, sharp wit, and a penchant for unsettling twists. The tales range from eerie encounters with the supernatural to explorations of the human psyche, inviting readers to confront the unknown and the inexplicable. Notable stories within "Black Beetles in Amber" include "An Inhabitant of Carcosa," a surreal exploration of consciousness and identity, and "The Death of Halpin Frayser," a haunting tale of the supernatural. Bierce's ability to evoke a sense of foreboding and to subvert traditional storytelling conventions contributes to the enduring allure of this collection. "Black Beetles in Amber" stands as a testament to Ambrose Bierce's legacy as a master of the short story form. His skillful blending of the eerie and the philosophical continues to captivate readers, inviting them to embrace the shadows and uncertainties that lie at the heart of the human experience.

"Shapes of Clay" by Ambrose Bierce is a collection of poetry that reveals the versatile and often satirical literary talents of the American journalist and author. Published during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Bierce's collection likely reflects his unique perspective, wit, and penchant for exploring the darker aspects of human nature. In "Shapes of Clay," readers can expect to encounter a diverse range of poetic forms and themes. Bierce, known for his incisive and often sardonic writing style, may use poetry as a medium to critique societal norms, challenge conventions, and delve into the complexities of the human psyche. The title itself suggests a malleability of form, perhaps symbolizing the fluid nature of human character and society. Bierce's poetry is likely marked by a keen sense of irony, humor, and a razor-sharp wit. His verses may offer satirical commentary on politics, morality, and the foibles of the human condition. Through carefully crafted language and clever wordplay, Bierce may create a collection that engages readers intellectually while challenging them to reconsider conventional wisdom.

"A Merciful Governor" stands as a thought-provoking work by Ambrose Bierce, a prominent American journalist and satirist of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Bierce, celebrated for his incisive wit and cynical observations, engages readers in a narrative that likely explores themes related to governance, justice, and mercy.Through his distinctive style, Bierce employs dark humor and keen social commentary to scrutinize the complexities of human nature and societal structures. The title itself suggests an examination of the qualities expected from those in positions of authority, raising questions about the nature of mercy in the realm of governance.

"The Cynic's Word Book," usually called "The Devil's Dictionary," is a satirical and humorous lexicon penned through the acerbic wit of Ambrose Bierce. This collection of cynical definitions gives a sardonic observation on language, human nature, and societal norms. Bierce, a grasp of wit and sarcasm, redefines words in a manner that exposes the absurdities and contradictions of contemporary way of life. The entries in this lexicon range from witty and incisive to darkly funny, providing readers a biting critique of various components of existence, politics, and human behavior. Bierce's sharp observations, often laced with irony and skepticism, replicate his disdain for hypocrisy and pretension. "The Cynic's Word Book" stands as an undying work of satirical literature, showcasing Bierce's eager intellect and disdain for the superficialities of his generation. Through his smart and often subversive definitions, Bierce invitations readers to impeach the conventions of language and thought, turning in a thought-frightening but exciting exploration of the human circumstance.

THE LORD'S PRAYER ON A COIN. Upon this quarter-eagle's leveled face, The Lord's Prayer, legibly inscribed, I trace. "Our Father which"¿the pronoun there is funny, And shows the scribe to have addressed the money "Which art in Heaven"¿an error this, no doubt: The preposition should be stricken out. Needless to quote; I only have designed To praise the frankness of the pious mind Which thought it natural and right to join, With rare significancy, prayer and coin. A LACKING FACTOR. "You acted unwisely," I cried, "as you see By the outcome." He calmly eyed me: "When choosing the course of my action," said he, "I had not the outcome to guide me.

Judge Shafter, you're an aged man, I know, And learned too, I doubt not, in the law; And a head white with many a winter's snow (I wish, however that your heart would thaw) Claims reverence and honor; but the jaw That's always wagging with a word malign, Nagging and scolding every one in sight As harshly as a jaybird in a pine, And with as little sense of wrong and right As animates that irritable creature, Is not a very venerable feature. You damn all witnesses, all jurors too (And swear at the attorneys, I suppose, But that's commendable) "till all is blue"; And what it's all about, the good Lord knows, Not you; but all the hotter, fiercer glows Your wrath for that¿as dogs the louder howl With only moonshine to incite their rage, And bears with more ferocious menace growl, Even when their food is flung into the cage. Reform, your Honor, and forbear to curse us. Lest all men, hearing you, cry: "Ecce ursus!"

Enter the realm of humor and satire with Ambrose Bierce's The Devil's Dictionary. This timeless collection of cynical definitions offers sharp insights into human nature, society and language itself. With biting humor and razor-sharp wit, Bierce exposes the absurdities of life in a devilishly delightfulexploration of the English language.

The Collected Works of Ambrose Bierce: Antepenultimata brings together the best of Bierce's journalism, essays, and fiction in a comprehensive collection that showcases the satirical wit and literary brilliance of this iconoclastic American writer. From his searing commentary on the Civil War to his macabre tales of horror and suspense, Bierce's work is a testament to the power of the written word to provoke, entertain, and challenge readers.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This collection of the works of Ambrose Bierce includes two of his most powerful and haunting tales, Black Beetles in Amber and The Mummery on Stone. With his characteristic blend of biting satire and Gothic horror, Bierce provides a chilling commentary on the dark side of human nature and the social and cultural forces that shape our lives.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Set in San Francisco during the 1890s, this gripping novel tells the story of a young man who discovers that his father is a powerful deity from Greek mythology. As he grapples with the weight of his newfound identity, he must also navigate the corrupt underworld of the city's elite.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Explore the wit and wisdom of one of America's greatest satirists in The Collected Works. Bierce's incisive commentary on the political and social issues of his day remain just as relevant today. This is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of American literature.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Originally published in 1903, Shapes of Clay is a collection of short stories that showcase Bierce's wit, sardonic humor, and gift for the macabre. From tales of the supernatural to biting satires of politics and society, this volume offers a window into the mind of one of America's most distinctive literary voices.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

Tales of Soldiers and Civilians is a collection of short stories written by Ambrose Bierce. Published in 1891, the 26 stories detail the lives of soldiers and civilians during the American Civil War. His famous story "An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge" is included in this collection.In the preface to the first edition, Bierce maintained that the book had been "denied existence by the chief publishing houses of the country." He credited the eventual publication of the book to his friend, Mr. E. L. G. Steele, a merchant from San Francisco, who was listed with the 1891 copyright.[3] In 1898, Tales was republished along with other stories by G.P. Putnam's Sons under the title In the Midst of Life.George Sterling, in the introduction to a later (1927) edition, noted that as a result of "obtuse critics and a benighted public", the book failed to become the sensation Bierce had expected. The original publication contained nineteen stories, while those in later publications increased in number; 1898 to 22, and 1909 to 26.The original nineteen stories were retained in the 1898 publication, but were not entirely collectively retained in the 1909 edition.Four of these were transferred by Bierce into his collection Collected Works, Can Such Things Be?In a similar fashion, Bierce moved eight stories into the 1909 version of In the Midst of Life from the 1893 edition of Can Such Things Be?Sixteen of the original stories were initially published in the San Francisco Examiner... Ambrose Gwinnett Bierce (June 24, 1842 - circa 1914) was an American editorialist, journalist, short story writer, fabulist, and satirist. He wrote the short story "An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge" and compiled a satirical lexicon, The Devil's Dictionary. His vehemence as a critic, his motto "Nothing matters", and the sardonic view of human nature that informed his work, all earned him the nickname "Bitter Bierce". Despite his reputation as a searing critic, Bierce was known to encourage younger writers, including the poets George Sterling and Herman George Scheffauer and the fiction writer W. C. Morrow. Bierce employed a distinctive style of writing, especially in his stories. His style often embraces an abrupt beginning, dark imagery, vague references to time, limited descriptions, impossible events, and the theme of war. In 1913, Bierce traveled to Mexico to gain first-hand experience of the Mexican Revolution. He was rumored to be traveling with rebel troops, and was not seen again.

The Collected Works of Ambrose Bierce Volume 4: Shapes of Clay is a book that contains a collection of short stories, essays, and other writings by American author Ambrose Bierce. The book is the fourth volume in a series that compiles Bierce's works, and it includes some of his most famous pieces such as ""An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge"" and ""The Damned Thing."" The stories in the book explore themes such as horror, satire, and the supernatural, and they showcase Bierce's unique writing style that is characterized by his use of irony and dark humor. The essays in the book cover a range of topics, including politics, literature, and philosophy, and they provide insight into Bierce's views on the world. Overall, The Collected Works of Ambrose Bierce Volume 4: Shapes of Clay is a must-read for fans of Bierce's work and anyone interested in American literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ++++ The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to ensure edition identification: ++++ The Collected Works Of Ambrose Bierce ...: The Opinionator. The Reviewer. The Conversationalist. The Timorous Reporter. The March Hare; Volume 10 Of The Collected Works Of Ambrose Bierce; Ambrose Bierce; Books For College Libraries Ambrose Bierce The Neale publishing company, 1911 Fiction; Classics; Fiction / Classics; Fiction / Horror

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.

Ambrose Gwinnett Bierce (June 24, 1842 - circa 1914 was an American editorialist, journalist, short story writer, fabulist, and satirist. He wrote the short story "An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge" and compiled a satirical lexicon, The Devil's Dictionary. His vehemence as a critic, his motto "Nothing matters", and the sardonic view of human nature that informed his work, all earned him the nickname "Bitter Bierce". Despite his reputation as a searing critic, Bierce was known to encourage younger writers, including the poets George Sterling and Herman George Scheffauer and the fiction writer W. C. Morrow. Bierce employed a distinctive style of writing, especially in his stories. His style often embraces an abrupt beginning, dark imagery, vague references to time, limited descriptions, impossible events, and the theme of war.

The second book from Ambrose Bierce is a broad collection of cynical wit, anecdote and story-telling. First published under the pseudonym Dod Grile in 1873, Ambrose Bierce was already a successful and well-known writer as a journalist for the San Francisco News Letter and California Advertiser. He went on to write his most famous works "An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge" (1890) and "The Devil's Dictionary" (1906), before vanishing mysteriously in Mexico in 1913.

The Devil's Dictionary did not reappear in Bierce's next column ("Prattle," in the magazine The Argonaut, of which he had become an editor in March 1877). Nevertheless, he used the idea of comic definitions in his columns dated November 17, 1877, and September 14, 1878. It was in early 1881 that Bierce first used the title, The Devil's Dictionary, while editor-in-chief of another weekly San Francisco magazine, Wasp. The "dictionary" proved popular, and during his time in this post (1881-86) he included 88 installments, each of 15-20 new definitions. In 1887 Bierce became an editor in The Examiner and featured "The Cynic's Dictionary," which was to be the last of his "dictionary" columns until they reappeared in 1904, when they continued erratically before finishing in July 1906. A number of the definitions are accompanied by satiric verses, many of which are signed with comic pseudonyms such as Salder Bupp and Orm Pludge; the most frequently appearing "contributor" is "that learned and ingenious cleric, Father Gassalasca Jape, S.J., whose lines bear his initials". What had started as a newspaper serialization was first reproduced in book form in 1906 under the dubious title Cynic's Word Book. Published by Doubleday, Page and Company, this contained definitions of 500 words in the first half of the alphabet (A-L). A further 500 words (M-Z) were published in 1911 in Volume 7 of The Collected Works of Ambrose Bierce, this time under the name of The Devil's Dictionary. This was a name much preferred by Bierce and he claimed the earlier 'more reverent' title had been forced upon him by the religious scruples of his previous employer. (wikipedia)

Ambrose Gwinnett Bierce (1842 - 1914) was an American editorialist, journalist, short story writer, fabulist, and satirist. He wrote the short story "An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge" and compiled a satirical lexicon, The Devil's Dictionary. His style often embraces an abrupt beginning, dark imagery, vague references to time, limited descriptions, impossible events and the theme of war. In 1913, Bierce traveled to Mexico to gain first-hand experience of the Mexican Revolution. While traveling with rebel troops, he disappeared without a trace. In this book: The Devil's Dictionary Can Such Things Be? An Occurrence at Owl Creek Present at a Hanging and Other Ghost Stories

The Devil's Dictionary is a satirical dictionary written by American Civil War soldier, wit, and writer Ambrose Bierce consisting of common words followed by humorous and satirical definitions. The lexicon was written over three decades as a series of installments for magazines and newspapers. Bierce's witty definitions were imitated and plagiarized for years before he gathered them into books, first as The Cynic's Word Book in 1906 and then in a more complete version as The Devil's Dictionary in 1911. Initial reception of the book versions was mixed. In the decades following, however, the stature of The Devil's Dictionary grew. It has been widely quoted, frequently translated, and often imitated, earning a global reputation. In the 1970s, The Devil's Dictionary was named as one of "The 100 Greatest Masterpieces of American Literature" by the American Revolution Bicentennial Administration. It has been called "howlingly funny", and Wall Street Journal columnist Jason Zweig wrote that The Devil's Dictionary is "probably the most brilliant work of satire written in America. And maybe one of the greatest in all of world literature." Ambrose Gwinnett Bierce (June 24, 1842 - circa 1914) was an American short story writer, journalist, poet, and Civil War veteran.Bierce's book The Devil's Dictionary was named as one of "The 100 Greatest Masterpieces of American Literature" by the American Revolution Bicentennial Administration. His story An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge has been described as "one of the most famous and frequently anthologized stories in American literature";and his book Tales of Soldiers and Civilians (also published as In the Midst of Life) was named by the Grolier Club as one of the 100 most influential American books printed before 1900. A prolific and versatile writer, Bierce was regarded as one of the most influential journalists in the United States, and as a pioneering writer of realist fiction. For his horror writing, Michael Dirda ranked him alongside Edgar Allan Poe and H.P. Lovecraft. His war stories influenced Stephen Crane, Ernest Hemingway, and others, and he was considered an influential and feared literary critic. In recent decades Bierce has gained wider respect as a fabulist and for his poetry.In December 1913, Bierce traveled to Chihuahua, Mexico, to gain first-hand experience of the Mexican Revolution. He disappeared, and was rumored to be traveling with rebel troops. He was never seen again. Early life: Bierce was born in a log cabin at Horse Cave Creek in Meigs County, Ohio, on June 24, 1842, to Marcus Aurelius Bierce (1799-1876) and Laura Sherwood Bierce. He was of entirely English ancestry, all of which came to North America between 1620 and 1640 as part of the Great Puritan Migration. He often wrote critically of both "Puritan values" and people who "made a fuss" about genealogy. He was the tenth of thirteen children, whose father gave all names beginning with the letter "A" in order of birth, the Bierce siblings were Abigail, Amelia, Ann, Addison, Aurelius, Augustus, Almeda, Andrew, Albert, and Ambrose. His mother was a descendant of William Bradford.His parents were a poor but literary couple who instilled in him a deep love for books and writing.Bierce grew up in Kosciusko County, Indiana, attending high school at the county seat, Warsaw.He left home at 15 to become a printer's devil at a small abolitionist Ohio newspaper, the Northern Indiana..................

Tales of Soldiers and Civilians is a collection of short stories written by Ambrose Bierce. Published in 1891, the 26 stories detail the lives of soldiers and civilians during the American Civil War. His famous story "An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge" is included in this collection.In the preface to the first edition, Bierce maintained that the book had been "denied existence by the chief publishing houses of the country." He credited the eventual publication of the book to his friend, Mr. E. L. G. Steele, a merchant from San Francisco, who was listed with the 1891 copyright.[3] In 1898, Tales was republished along with other stories by G.P. Putnam's Sons under the title In the Midst of Life.[1] George Sterling, in the introduction to a later (1927) edition, noted that as a result of "obtuse critics and a benighted public", the book failed to become the sensation Bierce had expected

Shapes of Clay, is a classical and a rare book, that has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and redesigned. These books are not made of scanned copies of their original work, and hence their text is clear and readable. This remarkable volume falls within the genres of Language and Literatures American and Canadian literature