An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge

About “An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge”

"An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge" (1890) is a short story by Ambrose Bierce, an American writer and Civil War veteran. It was first published in The San Francisco Examiner on July 13, 1890, and later included in his collection Tales of Soldiers and Civilians in 1891. Set during the American Civil War, the story is known for its non-linear structure and unexpected ending. Bierce uses a stream of consciousness style, focusing on the internal thoughts of the protagonist rather than a straightforward narrative. The story is considered one of the most famous in American literature and is often included in anthologies.