The Moonlit Road

Ambrose Bierce was a prolific American writer born in Ohio in 1842, whose early life was shaped by poverty and religious strictness. His experiences as a soldier during the Civil War and his subsequent career in journalism and fiction helped define his reputation, including his famous short stories and satirical works like The Devil’s Dictionary. Bierce’s life was marked by personal tragedies and a quest for meaning, ultimately culminating in his mysterious disappearance after a journey to battlefield sites in 1913. This audiobook explores the compelling and complex life of one of America’s most intriguing literary figures.