Black Beetles In Amber (1892)

Black Beetles in Amber is a collection of short stories written by Ambrose Bierce and published in 1892. The stories are primarily horror and supernatural tales, with a few satirical pieces mixed in. The title of the book comes from one of the stories, which tells the tale of a man who discovers a mysterious substance that turns out to be black beetles trapped in amber. The stories explore themes of death, the afterlife, and the unknown, often with a dark and macabre tone. Bierce's writing style is known for its wit and cynicism, and many of the stories in this collection reflect those qualities. Overall, Black Beetles in Amber is a fascinating and eerie read that showcases Bierce's unique storytelling abilities.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.