“QUIXOTIC, adj. Absurdly chivalric, like Don Quixote. An insight into the beauty and excellence of this incomparable adjective is unhappily denied to him who has the misfortune to know that the gentleman's name is pronounced Ke-ho-tay.”
Quote by Ambrose Bierce
Work
The Devil's Dictionary: Easyread Super Large 18pt Edition
This book is a revised and enlarged edition of Ambrose Bierce's famous satirical dictionary. It includes expanded definitions of words, offering readers a humorous and critical perspective on language and society. The Easyread Super Large 18pt Edition features a larger font size, making it more accessible for readers with visual impairments or those who prefer larger print. 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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