“To those who view the voyage of life from the port of departure the bark that has accomplished any considerable distance appears already in close approach to the farther shore.”
Book:Can Such Things Be?
Quote by Ambrose Bierce
Work
Can Such Things Be?
This book compiles a series of tales that delve into the realm of the supernatural, questioning the limits of reality and human experience. more
Author
Ambrose Bierce
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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