Collection of Humorous Works by O. Henry

Author: O. Henry
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Publish Date: 2003-05-01
Features: O. Henry (1862-1910), a master of American humor, wrote 300 short stories in his lifetime. This book selects 42 of them to delight readers. Among them, "The Gift of the Magi," "The Cop and the Anthem," and "The Last Leaf" are all classic works that have become widely known. His stories are set against the vast backdrop of the United States, depicting the colorful and bizarre scenes of various aspects of social life. The plots in his works are ingenious, witty, and often feature absurd twists and unexpected endings. The characters in his novels are vividly portrayed, especially the cartoonish figures that he exaggerates, making them humorous and amusing.