Maxioms by Ambrose Bierce
Tenacity is a certain quality of the human hand in its relation to the coin of the realm. It attains read more
Tenacity is a certain quality of the human hand in its relation to the coin of the realm. It attains its highest development in the hand of authority and is considered a serviceable equipment for a career in politics.
... the instrument and symbol of a freeman's power to make a fool of himself and a wreck of his read more
... the instrument and symbol of a freeman's power to make a fool of himself and a wreck of his country.
ARSENIC, n. A kind of cosmetic greatly affected by the ladies, whom it greatly affects in turn."Eat arsenic? Yes, all read more
ARSENIC, n. A kind of cosmetic greatly affected by the ladies, whom it greatly affects in turn."Eat arsenic? Yes, all you get," Consenting, he did speak up;"'Tis better you should eat it, pet, Than put it in my teacup." --Joel Huck
Beauty, n: the power by which a woman charms a lover and terrifies a husband.
Beauty, n: the power by which a woman charms a lover and terrifies a husband.
Experience is a revelation in the light of which we renounce our errors of youth for those of age.
Experience is a revelation in the light of which we renounce our errors of youth for those of age.
