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The Best Of Ambrose Bierce: The Damned Thing + An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge + The Devil's Dictionary + Chickamauga (4 Classics in 1 Book)

The Best Of Ambrose Bierce is a comprehensive compilation of four seminal works by the American author. The Damned Thing is a chilling tale of supernatural horror, while An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge is a gripping narrative of a Civil War soldier's last moments. The Devil's Dictionary is a satirical and often scathing commentary on the English language and society, and Chickamauga is a detailed and vivid account of the Battle of Chickamauga during the American Civil War. This collection is a must-read for fans of Bierce's work and for those interested in American literature and history. more

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Ambrose Bierce
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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