Bierce, Ambrose

The Unabridged Devil's Dictionary

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ISBN 13:: 9780820324012
author:: Bierce, Ambrose
format:: Paperback
publisher:: The University of Georgia Press
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2002
Pages:: 440
Genre:: Dictionaries
Condition:: New
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Ambrose Bierce's Devil's Dictionary presents a world where candour is the norm, and politeness is a luxury. With over 1,600 wickedly clever definitions, this satirical masterpiece skewers everyday life, targeting pursuits from matrimony to immortality. This comprehensive edition is based on an exhaustive investigation into the book's writing and publishing history, ensuring that all of Bierce's known satiric definitions are included, along with previously uncollected, unpublished, and alternative entries. Definitions dropped from previous editions have been restored, while nearly two hundred wrongly attributed to Bierce have been corrected. For those who appreciate biting wordplay and acerbic wit, this unabridged edition is a treasure trove of humor and satire. An introduction and notes are also included for dedicated readers.

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