DELUGE, n. A notable first experiment in baptism which washed away the sins (and sinners) of the world.

Amnesty, n. The state's magnanimity to those offenders whom it would be too expensive to punish.

If you want to read a perfect book there is only one way: write it.

MARTYR, One who moves along the line of least reluctance to a desired death.

Immortality: A toy which people cry for, And on their knees apply for, Dispute, contend and lie for, And if allowed Would be right proud Eternally to die for.

SPOOKER, n. A writer whose imagination concerns itself with supernatural phenomena, especially in the doings of spooks.

REPARTEE, n. Prudent insult in retort. Practiced by gentlemen with a constitutional aversion to violence, but a strong disposition to offend. In a war of words, the tactics of the North American Indian.