The book "Dictionary of a cynic" by Ambrose Bierce is a satirical collection of sayings, aphorisms and definitions that reflect the author's cynical view of the world and society. The author sharply and sarcastically comments on various aspects of life, reflecting his disappointment in the hypocrisy and senseless behavior of people. Each definition or statement of the author, in addition to a funny ironic coloring, carries the implication of a certain philosophical point of view. "Dictionary of a cynic" is a book that allows the reader to deepen his understanding of the sharpness and contradictions of the modern world through the prism of the author's sharp statements and interesting thoughts.