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Cobwebs from an Empty Skull

Cobwebs from an Empty Skull

By: Ambrose Bierce
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 Dive into the whimsical world of Ambrose Bierces Cobwebs from an Empty Skull, a captivating collection of short parables penned under the pseudonym Dod Grile. Much like Aesops Fables, this enchanting compilation features Fables of Zambri, the Parsee, Brief Seasons of Intellectual Dissipation, and Divers Tales, originally serialized in the magazine FUN. Perfect for fans of short stories and poetry, this delightful read transports you to far-off lands filled with talking animals and supernatural happenings. Summary by Mary Kay.Copyright Legends & Fairy Tales Art Literary History & Criticism
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  • 058 - Divers Tales 28 Stringing a Bear

    058 - Divers Tales 28 Stringing a Bear
    Jan 11 2026
    Dive into the whimsical world of Ambrose Bierces Cobwebs from an Empty Skull, a captivating collection of short parables penned under the pseudonym Dod Grile. Much like Aesops Fables, this enchanting compilation features Fables of Zambri, the Parsee, Brief Seasons of Intellectual Dissipation, and Divers Tales, originally serialized in the magazine FUN. Perfect for fans of short stories and poetry, this delightful read transports you to far-off lands filled with talking animals and supernatural happenings. Summary by Mary Kay.
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    4 mins
  • 057 - Divers Tales 27 Jim Beckwourth's Pond

    057 - Divers Tales 27 Jim Beckwourth's Pond
    Jan 10 2026
    Dive into the whimsical world of Ambrose Bierces Cobwebs from an Empty Skull, a captivating collection of short parables penned under the pseudonym Dod Grile. Much like Aesops Fables, this enchanting compilation features Fables of Zambri, the Parsee, Brief Seasons of Intellectual Dissipation, and Divers Tales, originally serialized in the magazine FUN. Perfect for fans of short stories and poetry, this delightful read transports you to far-off lands filled with talking animals and supernatural happenings. Summary by Mary Kay.
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    8 mins
  • 056 - Divers Tales 26 Maud's Papa

    056 - Divers Tales 26 Maud's Papa
    Jan 9 2026
    Dive into the whimsical world of Ambrose Bierces Cobwebs from an Empty Skull, a captivating collection of short parables penned under the pseudonym Dod Grile. Much like Aesops Fables, this enchanting compilation features Fables of Zambri, the Parsee, Brief Seasons of Intellectual Dissipation, and Divers Tales, originally serialized in the magazine FUN. Perfect for fans of short stories and poetry, this delightful read transports you to far-off lands filled with talking animals and supernatural happenings. Summary by Mary Kay.
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    7 mins
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