The Devil’s Dictionary G-H
This week’s wrap up of highlights from Ambrose Bierce’s seminal work.
Yes, this wraps up this week’s tribute to The Devil’s Dictionary, but rest assured we’ll be back with more. The next time we’re stuck for content ideas.
Genealogy, n. An account of one’s descent from an ancestor who did not particularly care to trace his own.
- Ambrose Bierce
Grammar, n. A system of pitfalls thoughtfully prepared for the feet for the self-made man, along the path by which he advances to distinction.
- Ambrose Bierce
Happiness, n. An agreeable sensation arising from contemplating the misery of another.
- Ambrose Bierce
Hospitality, n. The virtue which induces us to feed and lodge certain persons who are not in need of food and lodging.
- Ambrose Bierce