A Son of the Gods, and a Horseman in the Sky
1907
A Son of the Gods, and a Horseman in the Sky
1907
Published in 1907, 'A Son of the Gods, and a Horseman in the Sky' is a collection of short stories by Ambrose Bierce that examines the psychological impacts of the American Civil War. The first story, 'A Son of the Gods,' follows a young officer's tragic mission into enemy territory, while 'A Horseman in the Sky' presents a soldier faced with the harrowing choice of confronting his own father as an enemy. Bierce's narratives explore themes of duty, sacrifice, and the emotional dilemmas faced by soldiers, making this work a poignant commentary on the complexities of war.
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“I could do nothing but hope that Heaven would be more merciful to us all than we are to one another.””
— Ambrose Bierce
“Francisais,””
— Ambrose Bierce
“for greatness is power and power is a menace.””
— Ambrose Bierce
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