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  • Rolling Stones

    by O. Henry ...
    Series series World Classics
    "Rolling Stones" is a collection of 23 short stories, 12 poems, and letters by O. Henry providing a general overview of his literary career. The collection is important for it provides some deep insight into the author's later life. Filled with humorous, ironic remarks, and biting, though predominantly funny takes on life, society and its people, many of the collection's short stories were ... Read more

    $20.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • New Yorker Stories

    by O. Henry ...
    Series series World Classics
    "New Yorker Stories" offers a colourful description of O.Henry's favourite city, together with the emotional states of New Yorkers at the turn of the twentieth century. Some of O.Henry's best stories are gathered here, excelling in the author's preference for witty language, ironic situations, and unexpected, surprise endings. ... Read more

    $13.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Voice of the City

    by O. Henry ...
    Series series World Classics
    Another poignant short story collection from the famed writer, formed as an ode to O. Henry's favourite place, New York City. Seeking to find the genuine voice of this megapolis, O. Henry portrays a variety of characters in their own peculiarity and uniqueness . In the first short of the same name, we are brought to the cacophonous chanting of a New York class room where students eagerly recite ... Read more

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  • Strictly Business

    by O. Henry ...
    Series series World Classics
    A collection of twenty-three short stories, "Strictly Business" focuses on romance, toxic relationships, love, and social issues. A chronicler of human emotions and the workings of the heart, O. Henry's prose amazes in vivid, emotional, and at times cynical commentaries. Some of the best-known stories are "A Ramble in Aphasia", "The Gold that Glittered", and "A Bird of Bagdad", telling of suitors, ... Read more

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  • Waifs and Strays

    by O. Henry ...
    Series series World Classics
    "Waifs and Strays" is a collection of short stories by O. Henry that focuses on the outcasts in society, the charlatans, the humourists, and all of the other wonderous people that populate O. Henry's universe. Teeming with anecdotal wit, humour, and satire, often verging on the tragic, the collection is diamond in O. Henry's treasure trove of work. In "Out of Nazareth", we come across a swindler ... Read more

    $9.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Roads of Destiny

    by O. Henry ...
    Series series World Classics
    From the king of short stories comes another wonderful collection of twenty two tales. "Roads of Destiny" takes us on a globe-trotting adventure, visiting exotic locations and places dear to O. Henry's heart. His passion for life is imbued in these tales, lending it a wonderful air of authenticity and creativity. The humorous, often satirical nature, typical of O.Henry's work is combined with a ... Read more

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  • Heart of the West

    by O. Henry ...
    Series series World Classics
    This collection of nineteen short stories from O.Henry beautifully captures the spirit of the American West, crystallising the era of gunslingers and cowboys in a extremely poignant manner.There are captivating moments of happiness, joy, love and sorrow throughout this tumultuous tour of brilliant characters. Nothing in the West is easy, and it becomes apparent that love is above all else the most ... Read more

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  • The Cop and the Anthem

    by O. Henry ...
    Series series World Classics
    While some try to get out of prison, Soapy, the only character in O. Henry's short story, tries to get into it. Soapy is a homeless guy who prefers the warm cell to the cold night under the New York sky. He does everything he can think of in order to draw the attention of the police. However without any success. Until he hears a magical organ anthem.How will this story develop? Will Soapy manage ... Read more

    $7.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Gift of the Magi

    by O. Henry ...
    Series series World Classics
    Della and James are a young married couple who want to delight each other with a surprise Christmas gift. It turns out easier said than done because both of them have very little money.Will they manage to buy something in time? What sort of sacrifices will they need to make to buy a gift that their beloved will appreciate? What if they already have it but are not aware of it?'The Gift of the Magi' ... Read more

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  • Memoirs of a Yellow Dog

    by O. Henry ...
    Series series World Classics
    It is not very often that we get to read a story told by a dog. However O. Henry's "Memoirs of a Yellow Dog" gives us a peek through the dog Lovey's mind. Lovey feels a strong despise for his mistress - a fat lady who does nothing but eat and gossip. At the same time he is determined to save his owner who is constantly working and trying to provide for his unthankful wife.This comic tale about the ... Read more

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  • Selected Short Stories: O. Henry

    by O. Henry ...
    Series series World Classics
    O. Henry is deservedly famous for his vivacious, humorous, ironic, but utterly realistic short stories, and this collection is no exception. Offering deep insights into the human soul and the throbbing pangs of love, poverty, jealousy, and deception, O. Henry's stories successfully present the contemporary predicaments of the characters. ... Read more

    $9.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • A Retrieved Reformation

    by O. Henry ...
    Series series World Classics
    Do you believe that people can change? Can a bank robber marry the banker's daughter without having any hidden thoughts and intentions?"A Retrieved Reformation" tells the story of Jimmy, a formal prisoner, who decides to quit violating the law in the name of love. He takes up a new identity and starts a new life as an honorable man. However he is about to face a choice which can cost him his ... Read more

    $7.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus