The Devil's Dictionary
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The Devil's Dictionary
Ambrose Bierce
4 people recommended it in 3 threads, 2007–2020.
What people on Hacker News said
It's something I take out and read now and then in small doses, and almost always brings cheer.
The Devil's Dictionary[1] by Ambrose Bierce, a collection of sarcastic definitions, some of which are still funny today:
Where it comes up
- Ask HN: What are the best unknown books you have read? 2020 · 2 recommendations
- Ask HN: What are your favorite books or essays written at least 100 years ago? 2019 · 1 recommendation
- Ask YC: favorite books 2007 · 1 recommendation