Fantastic Fables by Ambrose Bierce: Enter the world of Ambrose Bierce's satirical and often darkly humorous fables. These short tales offer sharp commentary on human nature, society, and the absurdities of life. Key Aspects of the Book Fantastic Fables: Satirical Commentary: Bierce uses fables to satirize human behavior and societal norms, providing a unique and thought-provoking perspective. Moral Ambiguity: The fables often present moral dilemmas and challenge traditional notions of right and wrong, inviting readers to question their own beliefs. Dark Humor: Bierce's wit shines through in these fables, creating a blend of humor and cynicism that leaves a lasting impression. Ambrose Bierce, an American author and journalist known for his sardonic wit, lived during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Fantastic Fables showcases his talent for using humor and satire to explore the complexities of human nature and society.

The American writer attacks many nineteenth-century institutions and individuals in these collected short fables

In one mountain town, tall tales are that much taller… "I've seen a lot in my lifetime. You'd think a small mountain town like Foster Flat would be sleepy and boring. Some better adjectives might be strange, surreal, and magical. I'm Mimi Rawlins. Born and raised in Foster Flat, I've witnessed more than my share of unbelievable incidents here among the mountains. You may not believe some of these stories, but I'm a reporter. I'll tell it to you straight. And I'll promise you one thing: after listening to these stories, your life will never be the same." Fantastic Fables of Foster Flat is a collection of suspenseful fantasy tales written in the spirit of Ray Bradbury and The Twilight Zone. Inspired by the Great Smoky Mountains themselves, if you like character-driven stories, southern charm, and twists you won't see coming, you'll love Orrin Jason Bradford's assortment of twisty tales. Buy Fantastic Fables to travel deep into the unique mountain town today!

Welcome back to Foster Flat...and the mind of a modern maven Despite its disturbing obscurities, few can resist the pull of Foster Flat. It's a small mountain town steeped in mystery, and, spoken aloud or scarcely whispered, everyone there has a curious tale of reckoning with madness. Returning as raconteur, 'Roving Reporter' Mimi Rawlins delivers a fresh assortment of these strange stories—some to warm the cockles, some to chill the spine, some both. Past visitors will recognize old friends amongst the new faces, and everyone who enters will find it equally hard to escape...

Once upon a time... There were mischievous gnomes, sweet fairies, and talking animals who lived happily in the forest. There were also children, princes and princesses, magical flowers, and witches on flying brooms. There were, in fact, enchanted and amusing stories, all gathered in an incredible collection of fairy tales. Add this book to your cart and get ready to fly on the wings of imagination... get ready to dream!

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