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“Rome has seven sacraments, but the Protestant churches, being less prosperous, feel that they can afford only two, and these of inferior sanctity.”

Quote by Ambrose Bierce

Book:Delphi Complete Works of Ambrose Bierce (Illustrated)

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Delphi Complete Works of Ambrose Bierce (Illustrated)

The Delphi Complete Works of Ambrose Bierce (Illustrated) is a comprehensive compilation of the author's writings, featuring his most famous works such as 'The Cask of Amontillado' and 'An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge.' The illustrated format enhances the reader's experience with visual elements that complement Bierce's distinctive narrative voice. more

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Ambrose Bierce was an American journalist, satirist, and editor, renowned for his sharp wit and dark humor. He is best known for his satirical novel 'The Devil's Dictionary' and his short stories. Bierce was born on June 24, 1842, and his exact date of death remains unknown, as he disappeared during the American Civil War. more

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