O. Henry
O. Henry, born William Sydney Porter in 1862, is cherished for his delightful short stories that capture the essence of everyday life with wit and unexpected twists. Growing up in North Carolina, Porter developed a love for storytelling early on, which later flourished during his time in Texas and New York City. His experiences in these vibrant locales greatly influenced his writing, allowing him to weave rich narratives that reflect the human experience, often highlighting themes of love, sacrifice, and irony.
Though his life was marked by challenges, including a stint in prison, O. Henry's literary career blossomed in the early 20th century. His stories, filled with relatable characters and clever plots, continue to resonate with readers today. As you explore his works in this app, you’ll find a treasure trove of tales that not only entertain but also invite you to ponder the delightful twists of fate that life can bring. Happy listening!
Five Beloved Stories by O. Henry
Read by Phil Chenevert
O. Henry
O. Henry wrote over 600 short stories. Naturally I have my personal top 20 stories that just seem to stand out because of their form, writin…
Heart of the West
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A collection of short stories by the legendary O. Henry. (Summary by sidhu177)
The Gift of the Magi
Read by Betsie Bush
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The Gift of the Magi is an O. Henry short story in which a young couple are very much in love with each other but can barely afford their on…
The Four Million
Read by Marian Brown
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Born in 1862 and died in 1910, O. Henry’s birth name is William Sydney Porter; however, he adopted the pen name O. Henry while in prison. He…
The Trimmed Lamp: and other Stories of the Four Million
Read by Marian Brown
O. Henry
Born in 1862 and died in 1910, O. Henry’s birth name is William Sydney Porter; however, he adopted the pen name O. Henry while in prison. He…
The Gentle Grafter
Read by Leslie Walden
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If Jefferson "Parleyvoo" Pickens had appeared in print just a few years later, he might have been the "Gentle Grifter" i…
Cabbages and Kings
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This work is O. Henry's first published volume and is considered to be his only novel. The plot is composed of several short stories, which …
Waifs and Strays
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These 12 O. Henry stories all deal with waifs and strays in one way or another; people who have somehow become adrift in the current of life…
Whirligigs
Read by Richard Kilmer (1942-2022)
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A collection of short stories. - Summary by Richard Kilmer
The Four Million (Version 2)
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The man with the surprise endings: that was O. Henry's trademark. This is the second published collection of short stories by O. Henry origi…
Roads of Destiny
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This is another collection of O. Henry short stories. - Summary by Sid
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O. Henry needs no introduction of course; the man who made the short story with the surprise ending famous. These 16 stories are all wonder…
Strictly Business: More Stories of the Four Million
Read by Warren Kati
O. Henry
O. Henry is the pen name of American writer William Sydney Porter (1862-1910). His short stories are known for their wit, wordplay, characte…
O. Henry Encore
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These 45 early stories, sketches and poems by the famed O. Henry, nearly all published under the pseudonym of the "Post Man", were…
Cisco Kid Comics # 31,32,33,34,35,36
O. Henry
The Cisco Kid is a film, radio, television and comic book series based on the fictional Western character created by O. Henry in his short s…
Cisco Kid Comics # 37,38,39,40,41
O. Henry
The Cisco Kid is a film, radio, television and comic book series based on the fictional Western character created by O. Henry in his short s…