# LXXXII explained — Poetry

> Chapter companion for Poetry by Ambrose Bierce.

## What happens

A brief aphoristic chapter offering two pieces of practical wisdom: when lost in a forest, go downhill; when lost in a philosophy or doctrine, go upward.

## Key lines

> When lost in a forest go always down hill. When lost in a philosophy or doctrine go upward.

If you are disoriented in the woods, follow the downward slope to find your way out; if you are confused by a belief system, seek higher understanding.

_The chapter presents contrasting advice for physical versus intellectual disorientation._

## Links

- HTML: https://www.betterreads.online/discover/poetry_se/chapters/lxxxii
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