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World Classics eBook Series

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  • The Gentle Grafter 

    by O. Henry ...
    Series series World Classics
    A short story collection from much loved American author William Sidney Porter, better known as 'O. Henry', 'The Gentle Grafter' is a wonderful array of some of his classic short stories. Tales in the collection include, 'The Octopus Marooned', 'A Midsummer Masquerade' and 'Innocents of Broadway'. As always, O. Henry's focus on the outcasts of society, his warm characterisation, and humorous ... Read more

    $12.59 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • O. Henryana

    by O. Henry ...
    Series series World Classics
    Published posthumously in 1920, 'O. Henryanya' is a collection of short stories and poetry from much-loved American author William Sidney Porter, better known as 'O. Henry'. This collection features the poem 'The Crucible', as well as short stories including, 'Bulgar's Friend', 'A Professional Secret' and 'The Elusive Tenderloin'. Full of charismatic characters and surprises typical of Porter's ... Read more

    $7.19 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Waifs and Strays

    by O. Henry ...
    Series series World Classics
    "Waifs and Strays" is a collection of short stories by O. Henry that focuses on the outcasts in society, the charlatans, the humourists, and all of the other wonderous people that populate O. Henry's universe. Teeming with anecdotal wit, humour, and satire, often verging on the tragic, the collection is diamond in O. Henry's treasure trove of work. In "Out of Nazareth", we come across a swindler ... Read more

    $8.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Roads of Destiny

    by O. Henry ...
    Series series World Classics
    From the king of short stories comes another wonderful collection of twenty two tales. "Roads of Destiny" takes us on a globe-trotting adventure, visiting exotic locations and places dear to O. Henry's heart. His passion for life is imbued in these tales, lending it a wonderful air of authenticity and creativity. The humorous, often satirical nature, typical of O.Henry's work is combined with a ... Read more

    $18.89 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Selected Short Stories: O. Henry

    by O. Henry ...
    Series series World Classics
    O. Henry is deservedly famous for his vivacious, humorous, ironic, but utterly realistic short stories, and this collection is no exception. Offering deep insights into the human soul and the throbbing pangs of love, poverty, jealousy, and deception, O. Henry's stories successfully present the contemporary predicaments of the characters. ... Read more

    $8.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Whirligigs

    by O. Henry ...
    Series series World Classics
    "Whirligigs" is twenty-four tale powerhouse collection of short stories created by acclaimed author O.Henry. This collection focuses on the daring, the darling and the strangest amongst us, written with O.Henry's signature sharp wit and flair for satire, this is not a book that will have you bored.O.Henry's impressive ability for creating layered and intricate plots is on full display here, ... Read more

    $12.59 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Sixes and Sevens

    by O. Henry ...
    Series series World Classics
    Published posthumously, William Sidney Porter's 'Sixes and Sevens' is a collection of 25 short stories from the popular author. Some of the most famous works included are 'Ulysses and the Dogman', where a dog walker meets an old acquaintance; 'The Church with an Overshot-Wheel' about a bereaved miller who turns his mill into a church, and classic detective story 'The Sleuths'. With a focus on the ... Read more

    $12.59 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Options

    by O. Henry ...
    Series series World Classics
    'Options' is a collection of 16 short stories from much-loved 20th century American author William Sidney Porter, better known as 'O. Henry'. Stories from the collection include brave and ambitious 'The Moment of Victory', a strange encounter with a homeless man in 'The Higher Pragmatism', and a North versus South clash in 'The Rose of Dixie'. O. Henry's realistic portrayal of the human condition, ... Read more

    $12.59 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Two Women

    by O. Henry ...
    Series series World Classics
    First published in 1910, 'The Two Women' is a collection of two short stories from revered American author William Sidney Porter, better known by his pseudonym 'O. Henry'. The two stories include 'Fog in Santone' and 'A Medley of Moods'. Set in San Antonio, 'Fog in Santone' explores how the city has become a haven for tuberculosis patients and follows the experiences of a prostitute as one of the ... Read more

    $8.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Heart of the West

    by O. Henry ...
    Series series World Classics
    This collection of nineteen short stories from O.Henry beautifully captures the spirit of the American West, crystallising the era of gunslingers and cowboys in a extremely poignant manner.There are captivating moments of happiness, joy, love and sorrow throughout this tumultuous tour of brilliant characters. Nothing in the West is easy, and it becomes apparent that love is above all else the most ... Read more

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  • Rolling Stones

    by O. Henry ...
    Series series World Classics
    "Rolling Stones" is a collection of 23 short stories, 12 poems, and letters by O. Henry providing a general overview of his literary career. The collection is important for it provides some deep insight into the author's later life. Filled with humorous, ironic remarks, and biting, though predominantly funny takes on life, society and its people, many of the collection's short stories were ... Read more

    $18.89 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Cabbages and Kings

    by O. Henry ...
    Series series World Classics
    'Cabbages and Kings' is one of renowned author William Sidney Porter's most famous collections of short stories. Better known by his literary pseudonym 'O. Henry', the collection was inspired by the time he spent hiding out from the US authorities in Honduras. The narrative focuses on the fictional Republic of Anchuria and is a collective tale of corruption and political intrigue. 'Cabbages and ... Read more

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