"Postscripts" by O. Henry is a collection of short stories that presents a delightful window into the author's early work as a journalist, overflowing with his signature wit and observations about people. Set against vivid backdrops of late 19th-century Texas, the stories introduce readers characters caught in humorous situations, such as a colonel taking offense where none was intended and a husband entangled in a silly spat with his wife. Through these quick tales and funny misunderstandings, the book paints a lively picture of life, love, and society, using humor to uncover the funny things in human connections.
Postscripts
By O. Henry
Experience a series of funny tales filled with the author’s sharp wit and quirky characters, where everyday life in old Texas gets a humorous twist.
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About the AuthorWilliam Sydney Porter, better known by his pen name O. Henry, was an American writer known primarily for his short stories, though he also wrote poetry and non-fiction. His works include "The Gift of the Magi", "The Duplicity of Hargraves", and "The Ransom of Red Chief", as well as the novel Cabbages and Kings. Porter's stories are known for their naturalist observations, witty narration, and surprise endings.
William Sydney Porter, better known by his pen name O. Henry, was an American writer known primarily for his short stories, though he also wrote poetry and non-fiction. His works include "The Gift of the Magi", "The Duplicity of Hargraves", and "The Ransom of Red Chief", as well as the novel Cabbages and Kings. Porter's stories are known for their naturalist observations, witty narration, and surprise endings.
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