The Devils Dictionary | Ambrose Bierce

From Abasement ( A decent mental attitude in the presence of wealth ) to Zigzag ( To move forward uncertainly, from side to side, as one carrying the white mans burden ), The Devil s Dictionary is a pertinent guide to modern living for all free-thinking individuals. Every page crackles with biting humour and deliciously cutting observations on society, as Beirce turns a sardonic spotlight onto his contemporaries, and questions enduring ideals of capitalism, imperialism and convention.