O. Henry

Broschiertes Buch

O. Henryana

Beschreibung

Dive into the witty world of O. Henry with "O. Henryana: Seven Odds and Ends, Poetry and Short Stories," a collection of humorous American fiction and poetry. This volume gathers some of O. Henry's lesser-known works alongside his signature short stories. Experience the author's characteristic blend of irony, surprise, and heartwarming observations on everyday life. From lighthearted verse to cleverly crafted narratives, "O. Henryana" showcases the author's versatility and enduring appeal. These carefully selected pieces offer a glimpse into the early 20th-century American landscape through the distinctive lens of a master storyteller. Explore the charming quirks and unexpected twists that define O. Henry's writing in this meticulously prepared edition of classic American literature. A delightful read for enthusiasts of short stories, humor, and classic poetry. 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

William Sidney Porter (1862-1910) was an American writer best-known for his short stories. Born in North Carolina, Porter moved to Texas in his early twenties where he began his literary career contributing to newspapers and magazines such as 'The Houston Post'. During this period he also began work at a bank where he was accused of embezzlement, lost his job and was arrested a year later. Growing fearful of his upcoming trial, Porter escaped to New Orleans and then Honduras while on bail, where he hid for several months. It was here that he was inspired to write one of his famous short story collections 'Cabbages and Kings'. In 1897 Porter returned to the US and was sentenced to five years in prison. He continued to write and had several stories published from prison under various pseudonyms, the most famous of which was 'O. Henry' - a name by which he is better known. Upon release Porter moved to New York where his most intense period of writing began, authoring hundreds of short stories mostly for the New York World Sunday Magazine. His witty narration and plot twists made his stories a huge hit with readers, a legacy which endures to this day. Some of his most popular short stories include, 'The Gift of the Magi', 'The Cop and the Anthem' and 'The Caballero's Way'. 1952 film 'O. Henry's Full House' featured five of his short stories and starred Marilyn Monroe and Charles Laughton. Annual American literary prize 'The O. Henry Award' was established in his honour in 1919.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 42
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 2mm
• Gewicht: 73g
• ISBN-13: 9781023500982
• ISBN-10: 1023500981
• Artikelnr.: 73997358