Publisher's Synopsis
The Devil's Dictionary, written by American Civil War soldier, journalist, and writer Ambrose Bierce, is a satirical rendition of the dictionary. Bierce cleverly redefined the words commonly used by ordinary people in the format of a dictionary. Most of his wordplays are humorous, but some point out specific issues in society and life - funny and thought-provoking.
Sample definitions:
Air
(n.) A nutritious substance supplied by a bountiful Providence for the fattening of the poor.
Apologize
(v.i.) To lay the foundation for a future offence.
Egotist
(n.) A person of low taste, more interested in himself than in me.
Love
(n.) A temporary insanity curable by marriage...
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