A Cynic Looks at Life Ambrose Bierce Author

by Ambrose Bierce

2021-04-02 21:50:48

Book Excerpte as he. He was one of those fewwhose goodness and wisdom are such that after some time has passed theirfoolish fellowmen begin to think them gods and treasure their words asdivine law; and by millions they are worshiped through centuries... Read more
Book Excerpte as he. He was one of those fewwhose goodness and wisdom are such that after some time has passed theirfoolish fellowmen begin to think them gods and treasure their words asdivine law; and by millions they are worshiped through centuries oftime. Amongst the utterances of this man was one command--not a new norperfect one--which has seemed to his adorers so preeminently wise thatthey have given it a name by which it is known over half the world. Oneof the sovereign virtues of this famous law is its simplicity, which issuch that all hearing must understand; and obedience is so easy thatany nation refusing is unfit to exist except in the turbulence andadversity that will surely come to it. When a people would avert wantand strife, or, having them, would restore plenty and peace, this noblecommandment offers the only means--all other plans for safety or reliefare as vain as dreams, as empty as the crooning of hags. And behold,here is it: All things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you,doRead More Less

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File size6.00(w)x9.00(h)x0.10(d)
Print pages50
PublisherThe Floating Press
Publication date June 1, 2014
ISBN9781776537273
Ambrose Gwinnett Bierce (1842-1914) was an American editorialist, journalist, short story writer, fabulist and satirist. Today, he is best known for his short story, An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge ...

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