"The Collected Works of Ambrose Bierce, Volume 09" by Ambrose Bierce is a collection of essays offering a window into the early 1900s through a critical lens. The author's sharp mind tackles everything from the strange habits of society to bigger problems like poverty, all with a strong dose of humor and skepticism. Kicking things off, Bierce talks about how "civilized" people are losing their sense of smell compared to those living in simpler societies, playfully arguing that this loss might be a sign of humanity going downhill. He uses stories and historical examples to show how civilization changes us, not just our bodies, but also how we interact with each other, pointing out the silliness he sees in modern life. This sets the tone for the rest of the book, where Bierce takes on important topics of his time with a mix of wit and cynicism.
The Collected Works of Ambrose Bierce, Volume 09 Tangential Views
By Ambrose Bierce
With biting wit, this collection of essays examines the follies of society, suggesting our very senses are fading as civilization stumbles onward.
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About the AuthorAmbrose Gwinnett Bierce was an American short story writer, journalist, poet, and American Civil War veteran. His book The Devil's Dictionary was named 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 was named by the Grolier Club one of the 100 most influential American books printed before 1900.
Ambrose Gwinnett Bierce was an American short story writer, journalist, poet, and American Civil War veteran. His book The Devil's Dictionary was named 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 was named by the Grolier Club one of the 100 most influential American books printed before 1900.
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