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The Devil's Dictionary

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Ambrose Bierce's work delivers sharp, satirical redefinitions of common words, originally published in a weekly newspaper in 1881. His collection, first seen in *The Cynic's Word Book* in 1906, gained widespread acclaim with its 1911 release as *The Devil's Dictionary*. This edition showcases Bierce's biting humor and critical perspective on various aspects of society, including politics, business, religion, and the arts, making it a timeless commentary on American culture.

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Jazyk
anglicky
Rok vydání
2009
Počet stran
148
ISBN13
9781605206554
Série
První vydání
1911
Původní název
The Devil's Dictionary
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3,85 z 5
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Ambrose Bierce's work delivers sharp, satirical redefinitions of common words, originally published in a weekly newspaper in 1881. His collection, first seen in *The Cynic's Word Book* in 1906, gained widespread acclaim with its 1911 release as *The Devil's Dictionary*. This edition showcases Bierce's biting humor and critical perspective on various aspects of society, including politics, business, religion, and the arts, making it a timeless commentary on American culture.