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245 fables from a bitter pen. Greedy politicians, thieving doctors, not so pious holy men, poets, naturalists, poodles, etc. Delicious blend of sarcasm & satire by American Swift.

"Fantastic Fables" from Ambrose Bierce. American editorialist, journalist, short story writer, fabulist, and satirist (1842- 1914).

Over 200 fantastic fables from the bitter pen of Ambrose Bierce fill this little volume to overflowing with a rich feast of his misanthropy. Bierce didn't miss a thing-greedy politicians, thieving doctors, not so pious holy men, aldermen, poets, naturalists, poodles, lions, kangaroos,... Read Full Overview

Over 200 fantastic fables from the bitter pen of Ambrose Bierce fill this little volume to overflowing with a rich feast of his misanthropy. Bierce didn't miss a thing-greedy politicians, thieving doctors, not so pious holy men, aldermen, poets, naturalists, poodles, lions, kangaroos,... Read Full Overview

"I am about to leave you forever; give me, therefore, one last proof of youraffection and fidelity, for, according to our holy religion, a married manseeking admittance at the gate of Heaven is required to swear that he hasnever defiled himself with an unworthy woman. In my desk... Read Full Overview

A man lying at the point of death called his wife to his bedside and said: "I am about to leave you forever; give me, therefore, one last proof of youraffection and fidelity, for, according to our holy religion, a married manseeking admittance at the gate of Heaven is required... Read Full Overview