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Which administration esteemed The Devil's Dictionary?

  • The American Revolution Bicentennial Administration

  • The National Endowment for the Arts

  • The Library of Congress

  • The Federal Writers' Project

Answer

The American Revolution Bicentennial Administration esteemed Ambrose Bierce's "The Devil's Dictionary" for its sharp critique of American society and its political leaders. Published in 1911, the book is a satirical lexicon that offers humorous and often acerbic definitions for various terms, exposing the hypocrisy and shortcomings of the American political system and societal norms.
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