The Collected Works of Ambrose Bierce

The Collected Works of Ambrose Bierce

Ambrose Bierce

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Anson Street Press
Año de edición:
2025
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Literatura: historia y crítica
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9781023483629
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Dive into the sharp wit and dark humor of Ambrose Bierce with 'The Collected Works of Ambrose Bierce, Volume 10.' This compilation showcases Bierce’s mastery of American essays, short stories, and literary criticism. A keen observer of human nature, Bierce delivers insightful and often satirical commentary on American life and letters.This volume offers a glimpse into the mind of one of America’s most distinctive literary voices. Explore a selection of his most compelling essays, reflecting his distinctive style and incisive observations. This collection, carefully prepared for print republication, preserves the enduring legacy of Ambrose Bierce’s contribution to American literature. Readers interested in literary criticism, satire, and the unique perspectives of American writers will find this volume a rewarding and thought-provoking read.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.

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