The Collected Works Of Ambrose Bierce Vol.-II

The Collected Works of Ambrose Bierce is a two-volume set of the complete works of American author Ambrose Bierce including his essays stories poems and articles. Volume 02 comprises a selection of Bierce's short stories. The stories in this volume are arranged chronologically starting with his early work and moving on to his later more mature stories. Bierce's writing style is characterized by its wit satire and dark humor. Many of his stories explore themes such as death war and the supernatural. Some notable stories in this volume include An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge a haunting tale of a Confederate soldier's execution during the American Civil War; Chickamauga a gruesome account of a young boy's encounter with the horrors of war; and A Holy Terror a chilling tale of a creature that is invisible to the human eye. Overall this volume provides a comprehensive look at Bierce's development as a writer and his unique style which has made him one of the most influential and enduring figures in American literature.