Ambrose Bierce's Quotes

Present, n. That part of eternity dividing the domain of disappointment from the realm of hope.

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Academe, n.: An ancient school where morality and philosophy were taught. Academy, n.: A modern school where football is taught.

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Wit - the salt with which the American humorist spoils his intellectual cookery by leaving it out.

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Doubt is the father of invention.

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Liberty: One of Imagination's most precious possessions.

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