“When publicly censured our first instinct is to make everybody a codefendant.”
Quote by Ambrose Bierce
Work
Epigrams by Ambrose Bierce
Epigrams is a compilation of concise, thought-provoking verses that reflect the author's sharp wit and critical perspective on human nature 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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