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William Sydney Porter (1862–1910), better known as O. Henry, led a life similar to those of his own fictional characters. Convicted of embezzlement, he found inspiration in his prison experience for some of the characters who populate his ironic tales. The 16 choice selections in this volume—among them "The Ransom of Red Chief," "The Last Leaf," "The Voice of the City," and the classic, "The Gift of the Magi"—have endeared him to generations of readers.

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The 16 choice selections in this volume include "The Ransom of Red Chief," "The Last Leaf," "The Voice of the City," and the classic, "The Gift of the Magi," more. Large print edition.

Synopsis:

William Sydney Porter (1862–1910), better known as O. Henry, led a life similar to those of his own fictional characters. Convicted of embezzlement, he drew inspiration from his prison experiences. This volume includes "The Ransom of Red Chief," "The Last Leaf,"  the classic, "The Gift of the Magi" and 13 more.

Product Details

ISBN:
9780486424682
Author:
Henry, O.
Publisher:
Dover Publications
Author:
Henry, O.
Author:
O, Henry
Location:
Mineola, N.Y.
Subject:
General
Subject:
Literary
Subject:
United states
Subject:
Short Stories (single author)
Subject:
Large type books
Subject:
United States Social life and customs.
Subject:
Literature-A to Z
Edition Description:
Trade Paper
Large Print:
Yes
Series:
Dover Large Print Classics
Series Volume:
115
Publication Date:
20021031
Binding:
TRADE PAPER
Language:
English
Pages:
208
Dimensions:
9.25 x 6 in 0.64 lb

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The 16 choice selections in this volume include "The Ransom of Red Chief," "The Last Leaf," "The Voice of the City," and the classic, "The Gift of the Magi," more. Large print edition.

"Synopsis" by ,
William Sydney Porter (1862–1910), better known as O. Henry, led a life similar to those of his own fictional characters. Convicted of embezzlement, he drew inspiration from his prison experiences. This volume includes "The Ransom of Red Chief," "The Last Leaf,"  the classic, "The Gift of the Magi" and 13 more.
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