Books like Tales of Soldiers & Civilians [28 stories] by Ambrose Bierce
Tales of Soldiers & Civilians brings together 28 of Bierce’s short stories, ranging from wartime narratives set during the United States Civil War to eerie, fantastical tales. The volume showcases the author’s range, from historical realism to speculative wonder.
First publish date: 1943
Genre: General Fiction/Short Stories
Authors: Ambrose Bierce
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