A Bulletin by Ambrose Bierce (1899)
BULLETIN: "A periodical publication containing news, articles, and other matters of interest to the public. Also, a notice or announcement printed in a newspaper or other publication."
By Ambrose Bierce · First published 1899 · Genre: Satire · 40 words
First lines
"Lothario is very low," So all the doctors tell.
Nay, nay, not "so" -- he will be, though, If ever he get well.
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A Bulletin is listed on Textopian as a short story by Ambrose Bierce, dated 1899 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Ambrose Bierce
- Date: 1899 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Satire
- Length: 40 words
- Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Satire — The book is a compilation of various satirical and humoristic essays tackling diverse topics.
Tags
gothic · horror · mystery · thriller · supernatural · fiction · short story · literary fiction · classic · american literature · 19th century literature · war fiction