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Experience the haunting narratives of soldiers and civilians during the tumultuous American Civil War in this compelling collection of short stories. This LibriVox recording presents the 1909 edition, which thoughtfully incorporates six previously omitted stories from the original 1891 edition. Ambrose Gwinnett Bierce, a renowned American editorialist and satirist, masterfully weaves together tales that explore the complex and often dark aspects of human nature, reflecting his own experiences as a Union soldier. Known for his sharp wit and sardonic perspective, Bierces distinctive style ...

A penetrating history of the year World War II became a global conflict and humankind confronted both destruction and deliverance on a planetary scale, “offering an intriguing perspective on a world at war” (Richard Overy, New York Times–bestselling author of Blood and Ruins) By the end of...