O Henry

Contains a collection of twelve short stories by author O. Henry, including "The Cop and the Anthem," in which a homeless man named Soapy tries to get arrested so that he can procure shelter for the winter in a nearby jail.

Two men kidnap a mischievous boy and request a large ransom for his return.

Five great American short story writers, dating from the turn of the 19th/20th centuries are represented here. Different in atmosphere and writing style, they nevertheless caught the mood and concerns of the day in a way that was distinctly American. Bierce's "An Occurance at Owl Creek Bridge" leaves echoes in the imagination; the stories by Crane and London recall the themes of the Civil War and the Klondike for which they are well known. Twain's

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This title is an audiobook produced by Canarit Audiobooks. Please visit us at www.canaritaudiobooks.com, and contact us at: production@canaritaudiobooks.com Did you know that O. Henry's real name, was William Syndey Porter? He had many pseudonyms but is most known as 'O. Henry'. He wrote over 300 stories, and is known for playfully writing a twist at their end. Most of them are based in New York with characters being an 'average joe'. A census at...

"La venganza de Cisco Kid" de O. Henry es una intrigante historia sobre el astuto y encantador bandido Cisco Kid. La trama sigue a Cisco, quien busca vengarse de un tramposo jugador llamado Jack, que le ha robado una gran suma de dinero. Cisco, conocido por su ingenio y habilidades, planea una elaborada estratagema para recuperar su dinero y castigar a Jack. Sin embargo, el plan toma un giro inesperado cuando Cisco se enfrenta a situaciones imprevistas....

William Sydney Porter, known by his pen name O. Henry, was an American writer. O. Henry's short stories are known for their wit, wordplay, warm characterization, and clever twist endings. Performed by Joe Bev and Lorie Kellogg.

To readers and listeners all over the world, O. Henry - one of the most famous pen names in history - means the very best in short story writing.

"The Four Million" by O. Henry is a collection of captivating short stories set in early 20th-century New York City. Through witty narratives and unexpected plot twists, O. Henry introduces readers to a diverse cast of characters, from struggling artists to wealthy socialites, showcasing the vibrant tapestry of urban life. Each tale offers a glimpse into the human experience, exploring themes of love, sacrifice, and the pursuit of happiness in the...

"La última hoja" de O. Henry es un conmovedor cuento que sigue la historia de Sue y Johnsy, dos jóvenes artistas que viven en un barrio de Nueva York. Johnsy, enferma de neumonía, ha perdido toda esperanza y cree que morirá cuando el último hoja de una enredadera que ve desde su ventana caiga. Sue, desesperada por salvar a su amiga, busca una manera de darle esperanza. En un giro conmovedor, se revela que un viejo pintor, que vive en el mismo...

"La voz de la ciudad" de O. Henry es una colección de relatos que capturan la esencia y el vibrante espíritu de la vida urbana. A través de una serie de historias, O. Henry explora las complejidades y sorpresas de la vida en la ciudad, revelando la humanidad y el ingenio de sus personajes. Desde encuentros inesperados hasta giros sorprendentes, cada relato ofrece una visión única de la vida urbana, con el característico estilo irónico y agudo...