O. Henryana: Seven Odds and Ends, Poetry and Short Stories by O. Henry
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| Author | Henry, O., 1862-1910 |
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| Title | O. Henryana: Seven Odds and Ends, Poetry and Short Stories |
| Note | Reading ease score: 74.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Contents | The crucible -- A lunar episode -- Three paragraphs -- Bulger's friend -- A professional secret -- The elusive Tenderloin -- The struggle of the outliers. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Vince Rice from page images digitized by the Google Books Library Project (https: //books.google.com) and generously made available by Internet Archive (https: //archive.org) |
| Summary | "O. Henryana: Seven Odds and Ends, Poetry and Short Stories" by O. Henry is a collection of poetry and short stories written in the early 20th century. This compilation encapsulates O. Henry's trademark wit, exploring themes of love, social dynamics, and the human condition through colorful characters and engaging narratives. With a blend of humor and poignancy, the book showcases the author's ability to capture the essence of life, often with unexpected twists. The collection features a range of narratives, including works like "The Crucible," which reflects on the nature of love and sacrifice, and "A Lunar Episode," a surreal exploration of fate and interaction. Other stories, such as "Three Paragraphs" and "A Professional Secret," delve into the struggles of individuals facing harsh realities, often infused with the dilemma of personal choices against societal norms. “The Elusive Tenderloin” offers a humorous take on the legendary New York district, while “The Struggle of the Outliers” reflects on themes of class and aspiration through the eyes of a determined man seeking love across social divides. Overall, O. Henryana encompasses a tapestry of human experiences, brilliantly woven into a charming and thought-provoking anthology. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | American wit and humor |
| Subject | American poetry |
| Subject | Short stories, American |
| Subject | American fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 61755 |
| Release Date | Apr 4, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 77 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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