Politics by Ambrose Bierce (1872)
POLITICS by Ambrose Bierce is a collection of satirical essays that offer biting commentary on the political climate of the time. The book was first published in 1879 and remains relevant today, providing insightful critiques of government, power structures, and social issues. Can I help you with anything else?
By Ambrose Bierce · First published 1872 · Genre: Political satire, Humor, Historical · 84 words
First lines
That land full surely hastens to its end Where public sycophants in homage bend The populace to flatter, and repeat The doubled echoes of its loud conceit.
Lowly their attitude but high their aim, They creep to eminence through paths of shame, Till fixed securely in the seats of pow'r, The dupes they flattered they at last devour.
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- Work type: Essay
- Author: Ambrose Bierce
- Date: 1872 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Political satire, Humor, Historical, Non-fiction, Political Fiction
- Length: 84 words
- Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Political satire — Bierce's book captures the absurdity and humor inherent in politics.
- Humor — Bierce's satirical take is filled with humor as he scrutinizes the political scene.
- Historical — The book provides a historical perspective on politics as detailed by Bierce.
- Non-fiction — Bierce focuses on real-life figures and events from the political sphere.
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Political Satire · Fiction · Historical Fiction · Social Commentary · Literary Fiction · Classic Literature · American Literature · Short Stories · Essays · Philosophy · Government · Politics