Maxioms by Ambrose Bierce
Optimism. The doctrine or belief that everything is beautiful, including what is ugly.
Optimism. The doctrine or belief that everything is beautiful, including what is ugly.
REPENTANCE, n. The faithful attendant and follower of Punishment. It is usually manifest in a degree of reformation that is read more
REPENTANCE, n. The faithful attendant and follower of Punishment. It is usually manifest in a degree of reformation that is not inconsistent with continuity of sin.
The gambling known as business looks with austere disfavor upon the business known as gambling.
The gambling known as business looks with austere disfavor upon the business known as gambling.
Patience, n. -- A minor form of despair, disguised as a virtue.
Patience, n. -- A minor form of despair, disguised as a virtue.
FIDELITY, n. A virtue peculiar to those who are about to be betrayed.
FIDELITY, n. A virtue peculiar to those who are about to be betrayed.
