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Ambrose Bierce

    24 giugno 1842 – 1 gennaio 1914

    Ambrose Bierce fu un giornalista e satirico americano, noto per la sua visione sarcastica della natura umana e le sue feroci critiche. Il suo distintivo stile di scrittura, spesso caratterizzato da inizi bruschi, immagini oscure e temi di guerra, ha lasciato un segno indelebile nella letteratura americana. Nonostante la sua reputazione di "Bitter Bierce", era noto per incoraggiare scrittori più giovani, e le sue opere continuano a risuonare con i lettori per la loro arguzia e prospettiva uniche.

    Ambrose Bierce
    One summer night / Jedné letní noci
    Owl Creek Bridge and Other Stories. Lektüre
    Collected Fiction Volume 1
    Collected Fiction Volume 2
    Racconti Neri
    Tascabili economici Newton - 56: I racconti dell'oltretomba
    • Traduzione integrale e cura di Gianni PiloViene proposta in questo volume una scelta di inquietanti fantasie dell'aldilà partorite dalla fervida immaginazione di un autore che ha pubblicato ben novanta racconti fantastici: storie di orrore psicologico, dell'occulto e del terrore. Case infestate dai fantasmi, voci di defunti, morti misteriose affollano queste macabre narrazioni, alcune delle quali sono così originali e singolari da rendere impossibile qualsiasi tentativo di classificazione all'interno del genere del Fantastico.

      Tascabili economici Newton - 56: I racconti dell'oltretomba
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    • Collected Fiction Volume 2

      Tales of the Civil War and Tales of the Grotesque

      • 382pagine
      • 14 ore di lettura

      Ambrose Bierce's Civil War experiences profoundly influenced his fiction, resulting in haunting and memorable stories that emerged in the 1880s. His works often explore themes of psychological terror and the fear of death, exemplified in tales like "Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge" and "Chickamauga." Bierce skillfully blends realism with elements of the bizarre and fantastical, as seen in "One of the Missing" and "A Horseman in the Sky," creating a unique narrative style that captures the complexities of war and human experience.

      Collected Fiction Volume 2
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    • Collected Fiction Volume 1

      Tales of Psychological and Supernatural Horror

      • 360pagine
      • 13 ore di lettura

      Exploring the depths of psychological and supernatural horror, this collection features Ambrose Bierce's most impactful stories. With a keen understanding of fear, he delves into themes such as the dread of death, encounters with wild animals, and the cruelty of humanity. Notable tales include "A Watcher by the Dead," "The Man and the Snake," and "A Holy Terror," each showcasing Bierce's ability to evoke terror and provoke thought about the darker aspects of human nature.

      Collected Fiction Volume 1
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    • A2 to B1 Level Pre-intermediate Level Grades 7-8 / 1,400 words Peyton Farquhar attempts to destroy Owl Creek Bridge to prevent Northern troops from crossing. He is sentenced to hang, but the noose breaks, and he falls into the water...

      Owl Creek Bridge and Other Stories. Lektüre
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    • Zrcadlové vydání osmi povídek z díla klasika americké literatury. Určeno pokročilejším studentům anglického jazyka. Výbor obsahuje hrůzostrašné povídky s prvky fantastična a černého humoru a také povídky odrážející autorovu účast v americké občanské válce Sever proti Jihu.

      One summer night / Jedné letní noci
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    • Collected Fiction Volume 3

      Tall Tales and Satirical Sketches; Political Fantasies and Future Histories

      • 350pagine
      • 13 ore di lettura

      Ambrose Bierce showcases his satirical talent through tall tales and sketches that critique various human shortcomings, including media excesses, business corruption, and class absurdities. His narratives explore nautical follies in stories like "The Jeannette and the Corwin" and "The History of Windbag the Sailor," while also highlighting the harsh realities of life in the American West in pieces such as "A Mirage in Arizona." These works reflect Bierce's sharp wit and keen observation of societal flaws.

      Collected Fiction Volume 3
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    • Can Such Things Be?

      • 310pagine
      • 11 ore di lettura

      Focusing on supernatural horror, this collection features Ambrose Bierce's nearly complete array of chilling tales. The stories delve into the eerie and the uncanny, showcasing Bierce's masterful ability to evoke fear and intrigue through his unique narrative style. Each tale explores themes of the unknown and the macabre, making this anthology a significant contribution to the genre of horror literature.

      Can Such Things Be?
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    • The Fiend's Delight

      • 76pagine
      • 3 ore di lettura

      In "The Fiend's Delight," Dod Grile presents a collection of diabolic stories drawn from Californian journals. The book explores dark themes and powerful messages, showcasing creative narratives that evoke strength and provoke thought. A classic work that invites readers to confront the unusual and the extraordinary.

      The Fiend's Delight
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