The Cynic’S Word Book

The Cynic’S Word Book

Ambrose Bierce

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Double9 Books LLP
Año de edición:
2024
ISBN:
9789361153242
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'The Cynic’s Word Book,' usually called 'The Devil’s Dictionary,' is a satirical and humorous lexicon penned through the acerbic wit of Ambrose Bierce. This collection of cynical definitions gives a sardonic observation on language, human nature, and societal norms. Bierce, a grasp of wit and sarcasm, redefines words in a manner that exposes the absurdities and contradictions of contemporary way of life. The entries in this lexicon range from witty and incisive to darkly funny, providing readers a biting critique of various components of existence, politics, and human behavior. Bierce’s sharp observations, often laced with irony and skepticism, replicate his disdain for hypocrisy and pretension. 'The Cynic’s Word Book' stands as an undying work of satirical literature, showcasing Bierce’s eager intellect and disdain for the superficialities of his generation. Through his smart and often subversive definitions, Bierce invitations readers to impeach the conventions of language and thought, turning in a thought-frightening but exciting exploration of the human circumstance.

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