Black Beetles in Amber

Delve into a world of biting wit and dark satire with this captivating collection of epigrams and poems. Crafted with a sharp tongue and a keen eye for society’s follies, the verses within dissect the human condition with unrelenting honesty and caustic humor. Black Beetles in Amber [1892] is Ambrose Bierce’s first collection of poetry. AMBROSE BIERCE [1842-1914] was an American author, journalist, and war veteran. He was one of the most influential journalists in the United States in the late 19th century and alongside his success as a horror writer he was hailed as a pioneer of realism. Among his most famous works are The Devil's Dictionary and the short story »An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge.«