Occurrence at Owl Creek (in Contemporary English)

Ambrose Bierce’s story "Occurrence at Owl Creek" (here revised) is a humble little tale which —in relation to the extensive work of the author— is a diamond in the genre of magical realism. Not only does this amazing story shine because of the occurrences of horror, suspense, and violence, but because the story is also a story of love, courage, honor, and fidelity.

For all the virtues mentioned above, "Occurrence at Owl Creek" is a short story that is indispensable in any anthology of short ...