“Certain old men prefer to rise at dawn, taking a cold bath and a long walk with an empty stomach and otherwise mortifying the flesh. They then point with pride to these practices as the cause of their sturdy health and ripe years; the truth being that they are hearty and old, not because of their habits, but in spite of them. The reason we find only robust persons doing this thing is that it has killed all the others who have tried it.”
Quote by Ambrose Bierce
Work
The Devil's Dictionary: Easyread Large Bold Edition
The Devil's Dictionary is a satirical work by Ambrose Bierce, originally published in 1906. This edition includes revised and expanded entries, and is formatted with large, bold print for improved readability. The book is known for its wit and sharp criticism of the English language and society. 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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