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Ambrose Bierce was an iconoclastic literary genius and this compilation of definitions (written for a satirical magazine during the 1880s) is a true American classic. Some may find Bierce sexist, nationalist and racist, but most readers will enjoy his malevolent scepticism and underlying rage against hypocrisy. Ralph Steadman's incisive illustrations perfectly complement the text. A typical example: Gold n. A yellow metal greatly prized for its convenience in the various kinds of robbery known as trade. The word was formerly spelled 'God' - the 'l' was inserted to distinguish it from the name of another inferior deity. Only two years after the book was published in 1911, Bierce disappeared after setting off for Mexico to join Pancho Villa's rebels against the corrupt dictatorial regime of Porfirio Diaz. His legacy is memorable.
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Bierce's classic work of satirical wit and Steadman's pointed pen redefine the way we see even the seemingly simplest of terms.
Acquaintance, n.: A person whom we know well enough to borrow from but not well enough to lend to.
Bride, n.: A woman with a great future behind her.
Consult, v: To seek another's approval of a course already decided on.
Ambrose Bierce's "dictionary" of epigrams, essays, verses, and vignettes targets the religious, the romantic, the political, and the economic, in equal measure. The book you need to define both friends and enemies, The Devil's Dictionary is also the perfect gift, showcasing Bierce's razor-sharp wit and Ralph Steadman's incisive pen to their best advantage.
Acquaintance, n.: A person whom we know well enough to borrow from but not well enough to lend to.
Bride, n.: A woman with a great future behind her.
Consult, v: To seek another's approval of a course already decided on.
Ambrose Bierce's "dictionary" of epigrams, essays, verses, and vignettes targets the religious, the romantic, the political, and the economic, in equal measure. The book you need to define both friends and enemies, The Devil's Dictionary is also the perfect gift, showcasing Bierce's razor-sharp wit and Ralph Steadman's incisive pen to their best advantage.
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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
2.0 out of 5 stars
Avoid This Incomplete Edition,
By "oedipus" (Santa Clarita, CA USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Devil's Dictionary (Hardcover)
The Bloomsbury edition illustrated by Ralph Steadman is ABRIDGED. Do not purchase unless you are buying it for the drawings.
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4.3 out of 5 stars (9 customer reviews) 37 of 40 people found the following review helpful
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Avoid This Incomplete Edition,
By "oedipus" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: The Devil's Dictionary (Hardcover)
The Bloomsbury edition illustrated by Ralph Steadman is ABRIDGED. Do not purchase unless you are buying it for the drawings.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wicked pleasure.,
By Nom de Tome "Readaholic" - Published on Amazon.com
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This is a deliciously wicked book full or wicked little truths. Delectable. Like petit fours, a delicious bit here and there to satisfy your wicked whims. :) Reading this is a delightful experience.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Bitter Bierce at his very best...,
By AmericanMe "Patriot" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: The Devil's Dictionary (Hardcover)
Also known as "The Cynic's Workbook" this collection is classic and belongs in any library. Ambrose Bierce, like Mark Twain and few other of his contempories, had a biting wit that always left a mark.Here is just a taste of his humor. Philosophy: A route of many roads leading from nowhere to nothing. Eulogy. Praise of a person who has either the advantages of wealth and power, or the consideration to be dead. The large font is a plus in this book. Good illustrations. Good good stuff. |
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