Maxioms by Ambrose Bierce
Infidel: In New York, one who does not believe in the Christian religion; in Constantinople, one who does
Infidel: In New York, one who does not believe in the Christian religion; in Constantinople, one who does
... the patriotic art of lying for one's country.
... the patriotic art of lying for one's country.
The hardest tumble a man can make is to fall over his own bluff.
The hardest tumble a man can make is to fall over his own bluff.
Politics is the conduct of public affairs for private advantage.
Politics is the conduct of public affairs for private advantage.
Women and foxes, being weak, are distinguished by superior tact.
Women and foxes, being weak, are distinguished by superior tact.
