O. Henry

Broschiertes Buch

Waifs and Strays

Beschreibung

Step into the vibrant streets of early 20th-century America with O. Henry's "Waifs and Strays, Part 1," a compelling collection of short stories. Celebrated for his masterful storytelling and poignant observations, O. Henry captures the essence of urban life in these tales of everyday people. This anthology showcases his signature blend of wit, irony, and heartwarming sentiment. Explore themes of chance encounters and unexpected connections in this anthology. From fleeting moments of kindness to surprising twists of fate, these stories offer a glimpse into the lives of ordinary individuals navigating the complexities of their world. "Waifs and Strays" reflects O. Henry's unparalleled ability to find beauty and meaning in the commonplace, solidifying his place as a beloved figure in American fiction. A treasure for lovers of classic literature, this meticulously prepared edition preserves the timeless appeal of O. Henry's narratives. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Autor

O. Henry (1862-1910) was an American short story writer. Born and raised in North Carolina, O. Henry-whose real name was William Sydney Porter-moved to Texas in 1882 in search of work. He met and married Athol Estes in Austin, where he became well known as a musician and socialite. In 1888, Athol gave birth to a son who died soon after, and in 1889 a daughter named Margaret was born. Porter began working as a teller and bookkeeper at the First National Bank of Austin in 1890 and was fired four years later and accused of embezzlement. Afterward, he began publishing a satirical weekly called The Rolling Stone, but in 1895 he was arrested in Houston following an audit of his former employer. While waiting to stand trial, Henry fled to Honduras, where he lived for six months before returning to Texas to surrender himself upon hearing of Athol's declining health. She died in July of 1897 from tuberculosis, and Porter served three years at the Ohio Penitentiary before moving to Pittsburgh to care for his daughter. While in prison, he began publishing stories under the pseudonym "O. Henry," finding some success and launching a career that would blossom upon his release with such short stories as "The Gift of the Magi" (1905) and "The Ransom of Red Chief" (1907). He is recognized as one of America's leading writers of short fiction, and the annual O. Henry Award-which has been won by such writers as William Faulkner, John Updike, and Eudora Welty-remains one of America's most prestigious literary prizes.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 74
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 4mm
• Gewicht: 118g
• ISBN-13: 9781023055277
• ISBN-10: 1023055279
• Artikelnr.: 73931667