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Classic Author
O. Henry

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O. Henry (1862–1910) was the pen name of William Sydney Porter, an American writer celebrated for his witty, ironic short stories with surprise endings.

Born in Greensboro, North Carolina, Porter worked as a bank clerk, journalist, and ranch hand before turning to writing. His experiences shaped his stories, which often featured ordinary people, clever twists, and themes of fate and redemption.

His most famous works include “The Gift of the Magi,” “The Ransom of Red Chief,” and “The Last Leaf”, showcasing his humor, irony, and deep empathy for human struggles. Despite personal hardships, including a prison sentence for embezzlement, O. Henry’s legacy endures as a master of the American short story.

Short Stories by O. Henry

Wit and Humor: The Gift of the Magi

A young couple sacrifices their most prized possessions to buy each other gifts, only to realize that love and selflessness are the greatest treasures of all.

Wit and Humor: The Detective Detector

A clever con artist outwits a boastful detective, exposing the flaws in crime-solving and proving that deception can sometimes be the greatest disguise of all.

Wit and Humor: Confessions of a Humorist

A successful humorist finds his talent drained as the pressure to be funny consumes his life, revealing the hidden cost of constant laughter and creativity.

Wit and  Humor: According to Their Lights

Two old friends reunite after the Civil War, only to find themselves on opposite sides of history, honor, and loyalty in a tale of duty, sacrifice, and fate.

Wit and Humor: The Blackjack Bargainer

A cunning outlaw strikes a risky deal in The Blackjack Bargainer, where wit, deception, and the Old West code decide his fate in a high-stakes negotiation.

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Newest Classic Film

Sunset Boulevard

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(1950) William Holden, Gloria Swanson, Erich von Stroheim, Nancy Olson.

A struggling screenwriter becomes entangled with a fading Hollywood star, whose obsession and delusions lead to a dark and tragic tale of fame, love, and madness.

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