Bierce

Famous quotes containing the word bierce:

    “Pray. To ask the laws of the universe to be annulled on behalf of a single petitioner confessedly unworthy.”
    —Ambrose Bierce (1842–1914)

    “Absurdity. A statement or belief manifestly inconsistent with one’s own opinion.”
    —Ambrose Bierce (1842–1914)

    “Impartial. Unable to perceive any promise of personal advantage from espousing either side of a controversy.”
    —Ambrose Bierce (1842–1914)