“IMPENITENCE, n. A state of mind intermediate in point of time between sin and punishment.”
Quote by Ambrose Bierce
Work
The Unabridged Devil's Dictionary
This book is a compilation of witty and often irreverent definitions, challenging conventional meanings and offering a critical commentary on society and human nature. It is a work of literary wit and social critique, celebrated for its clever wordplay and sharp observations. 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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