The Devil's Dictionary

In 'The Devil's Dictionary,' Ambrose Bierce employs his signature sardonic wit and acerbic prose to redefine the language of morality and societal norms. This satirical lexicon presents a series of unconventional definitions that reveal the hypocrisy, absurdity, and contradictions inherent in human nature and society. Written in the late 19th century, the work operates within a literary context that blends realism with dark humor, offering pointed critiques of contemporary ideals and institutio ...