O. Henry's 'The Complete Poetical Works' offers readers a fascinating collection of poems that showcase his unique blend of wit, humor, and emotional depth. Known primarily for his short stories, O. Henry's poetry reveals a more introspective side to his writing, with themes of love, loss, and the human experience woven throughout. His lyrical style and clever wordplay make this collection a must-read for fans of poetry and literature alike, offering a glimpse into the mind of a master storyteller. The poems in this volume provide a glimpse into the literary context of O. Henry's time,...

This edition includes: Table of Contents: - The Voice Of The City - The Making Of A New Yorker - A Retrieved Reformation - The Cop And The Anthem - The Duplicity Of Hargraves - The Gift Of The Magi - The Last Leaf - The Ransom Of Red Chief - The Skylight Room - The Trimmed Lamp - The Whirligig Of Life - A Harlem Tragedy - Biography of O. Henry - The Gift of the Magi is a story about a young couple who are short of money but desperately want to buy each other Christmas gifts. - The Cop and the Anthem is about a New York City hobo named Soapy, who sets out to get arrested so that he can be a...

This edition includes: The Voice Of The City The Making Of A New Yorker A Retrieved Reformation The Cop And The Anthem The Duplicity Of Hargraves The Gift Of The Magi The Last Leaf The Ransom Of Red Chief The Skylight Room The Trimmed Lamp The Whirligig Of Life A Harlem Tragedy Biography of O. Henry The Gift of the Magi is a story about a young couple who are short of money but desperately want to buy each other Christmas gifts. The Cop and the Anthem is about a New York City hobo named Soapy, who sets out to get arrested so that he can be a guest of the city jail instead of sleeping out in...

William Sydney Porter (1862-1910), known by his pen name O. Henry, was an American writer. O. Henry's works are known for their wit, wordplay, warm characterization, and surprise endings. Table of Contents: - A Contribution - Chanson De Bohême - Drop a Tear in This Slot - Hard to Forget - Nothing to Say - Tamales - The Lullaby Boy - The Murderer - The Old Farm - The Pewee - Two Portraits - Vanity - Sleeping - Fancies - Trusting - Thoughts - Thinking - The Crucible - Biography of O. Henry

'The Great Short Stories of Thanksgiving' is a literary feast, celebrating the richness of American storytelling through its thematic diversity and historical breadth. This anthology brings together works penned by some of the most influential writers of the 19th and early 20th centuries, weaving tales that explore themes of gratitude, community, and the human spirit. The collection distinguishes itself by the variety of its voices and the depth of its emotional and cultural explorations-ranging from the vivid portrayals of Puritan society to poignant reflections on personal and social...

"Herz des Westens" von O. Henry ist eine Sammlung temperamentvoller Kurzgeschichten, die die raue, romantisierte Welt des amerikanischen Westens um 1900 einfangen. Die Erzählungen verbinden pointierten Witz, überraschende Wendungen und prägnante Charakterisierungen mit einer Prise Melancholie. O. Henry gelingt es meisterhaft, sowohl die Schroffheit als auch die verborgene Wärme seiner Protagonisten in einer klaren, eleganten Sprache darzustellen, wobei er zugleich das Bild des Wilden Westens entmystifiziert und neue literarische Facetten hinzufügt. Diese Geschichten stehen im...