“Cynicism is that blackguard defect of vision which compels us to see the world as it is, instead of as it should be.”
Quote by Ambrose Bierce
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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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