An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge
by Ambrose Bierce
Payton Farquhar, a Confederate sympathizer, was hanged for his role in the plan to demolish the Owl Creek Bridge. While waiting for death, Farkuhar considers escape; the chance to slip from their vineyards, sail to a safe place and return to their family. The incident at the Owl Creek Bridge follows the final moments before Farkuhara's hanging, exploring the emotions of a man facing his death and the close connection between life and death.
