Ambrose Bierce

Ambrose Bierce was a multifaceted American writer, journalist, and humorist born on June 24, 1842, in Meigs County, Ohio. Known for his sharp wit and incisive commentary, Bierce gained prominence during the late 19th century. He served as a soldier in the American Civil War, an experience that deeply influenced his writing and perspective on life and death. His most famous work, "The Devil's Dictionary," cleverly redefines common words with a satirical twist, showcasing his unique blend of humor and cynicism. Throughout his career, Bierce also penned numerous short stories, essays, and critiques that reflect his keen observations of society and human nature.

As a seeker of truth in a rapidly changing world, Bierce's work invites readers to ponder the complexities of existence. His distinctive voice and darkly humorous style have left a lasting mark on American literature. If you're curious about his thought-provoking insights and engaging storytelling, take the time to explore his works in this app. You may find that his reflections on life, death, and the human condition resonate with you in unexpected ways.

Present at a Hanging and Other Ghost Stories

Read by Peter Yearsley 4.5
Ambrose Bierce (1842 - 1914?), satirist, critic, poet, short story writer and journalist. His fiction showed a clean economical style often …

Can Such Things Be?

Read by Roger Melin 4.3
24 short stories in fairly typical Bierce fashion - ghostly, spooky, to be read (or listened to) in the dark, perhaps with a light crackling…

In the Midst of Life; Tales of Soldiers and Civilians

Read by David Wales 4.6
These stories detail the lives of soldiers and civilians during the American Civil War. This is the 1909 edition. The 1909 edition omits six…

Iconoclastic Memories of the Civil War

Read by Winston Tharp 4.7
At the outset of the American Civil War, [the writer Ambrose] Bierce enlisted in the Union Army's 9th Indiana Infantry Regiment....In Februa…

The Parenticide Club

Read by Peter Yearsley 4.4
Ambrose Bierce (1842 - 1914?), best known as journalist, satirist and short story writer. Cynical in outlook, economical in style; Bierce va…

The Monk and the Hangman's Daughter

Read by Phil Chenevert 4.4
Set against the backdrop of 17th century Europe, The Monk and the Hangman's Daughter weaves a poignant narrative that explores the intersect…

The Devil's Dictionary

Read by LibriVox Volunteers 4.5
The Devil's Dictionary by Ambrose Bierce is a sharp and witty exploration of language and human nature, presented in the form of a satirical…

Write it Right

Read by LibriVox Volunteers 4.4
Witty, opinionated alphabetical examples of what Bierce considered poor (American) English and advice on alternatives - entertaining, though…

A Cynic Looks At Life

Read by ACBowgus 4.5
A Cynic Looks At Life is a sharp and insightful collection of essays by Ambrose Bierce, renowned for his acerbic wit and keen observations. …

The Fiend's Delight

Read by April6090 3.3
This book, the fiend’s delight, was published in 1873, during the lifetime of author Ambrose Bierce, 1842-1914, pseudonym Dod Grile.It is a …

Fantastic Fables

Read by LibriVox Volunteers 3.2
A collection of 245 short funny fables - Summary by Inkell

A Son of the Gods and A Horseman in the Sky

Read by LibriVox Volunteers 4.4
Two short stories from the American Civil War by Ambrose Bierce. The first story is about a brave soldier who follows orders and risks his l…

An Interpretation

Read by LibriVox Volunteers 4.8
LibriVox volunteers bring you 8 recordings of An Interpretation by Ambrose Bierce. This was the Weekly Poetry project for September 22, 2013…

Business

Read by LibriVox Volunteers 4.2
LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of Business by Ambrose Bierce. This was the weekly poetry project for August 2nd, 2009.

La alucinación de Staley Fleming

Read by Alba 4.6
De los dos hombres que estaban hablando, uno era médico. -Le pedí que viniera, doctor, aunque no creo que pueda hacer nada.…

Al otro lado de la pared

Read by Alba 4.2
Hace muchos años, cuando iba de Hong Kong a Nueva York pasé una semana en San Francisco. Hacía mucho tiempo que no hab&…

Diagnóstico de muerte

Read by Alba 3.7
- No soy tan supersticioso como algunos de tus doctores de ciencia, como tú te complaces en decir - dijo Hawver, replicando una acusa…

El incidente del puente del Búho

Read by Alba 3.7
Desde un puente ferroviario, al norte de Alabama, un hombre contemplaba el rápido discurrir del agua seis metros más abajo. Te…

Una noche de verano

Read by Alba
El hecho de que Henry Armstrong estuviera enterrado no era motivo suficientemente convincente como para demostrarle que estaba muerto: siemp…

Mi crimen favorito

Read by Alba 4.5
Después de haber asesinado a mi padre en circunstancias singularmente atroces, fui arrestado y enjuiciado en un proceso que dur&oacut…

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