The Very Best Of O. Henry : Short Stories

The Very Best of O. Henry: Short Stories

Paperback
Pages: 288
Date of Release: 2017

O. Henry was an American master of the short story, celebrated for his sparkling wit, playful wordcraft, and—above all—his unforgettable twist endings. His stories capture ordinary people caught in awkward or difficult situations, revealing their kindness, flaws, and ingenuity with warmth and humour.

Born William Sydney Porter, O. Henry began writing while serving a prison sentence, publishing his earliest stories under the pseudonym O. Henry to protect his identity. The name stayed with him for life. Though he died young at just 48, he left behind an astonishing legacy of over 600 short stories.

His most famous tale, The Gift of the Magi, perfectly reflects his style—tender, ironic, and deeply human. This carefully curated collection brings together some of his finest work, including The Gift of the Magi, The Cop and the Anthem, The Skylight Room, and Memoirs of a Yellow Dog.

Witty, compassionate, and endlessly surprising, this anthology is a must-read for lovers of classic literature and anyone who delights in stories where a single page can change everything.

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