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Sixes and Sevens (Barnes & Noble Digital Library)

Name: Sixes and Sevens (Barnes & Noble Digital Library)
Author: O. Henry
ISBN: 9781411437043

by O. Henry

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Overview

Sixes and Sevens presents 25 classic short stories by master storyteller O. Henry. The short pieces display his usual characteristics of wit and twists but also are notable for their graceful language, optimistic worldview, and warm characterizations. This collection includes such stories as "The Last of the Troubadours” and "The Sleuths.”

Synopsis

Sixes and Sevens presents 25 classic short stories by master storyteller O. Henry. The short pieces display his usual characteristics of wit and twists but also are notable for their graceful language, optimistic worldview, and warm characterizations. This collection includes such stories as “The Last of the Troubadours” and “The Sleuths.”

About the Author, O. Henry

O. Henry, (1862–1910) was born William Sydney Porter. In his honor, The O. Henry Award is given annually to outstanding short stories of the year. A prolific short story writer, he is admired for his playful tone, and celebrated for his surprise “twist” endings. Among his works are Four Million, and Cabbages and Kings.