The Gift of the Magi (Diversion Classics)

by O. Henry

Overview

Featuring an appendix of discussion questions, the Diversion Classics edition is ideal for use in book groups and classrooms.

One of O. Henry's most-loved short stories, THE GIFT OF THE MAGI is perfect for the holiday season. In this heartwarming tale, a young couple of limited means contemplates buying Christmas gifts for each other, with unexpected results.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781682301746
Publisher:	Diversion Books
Publication date:	11/24/2015
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	2 MB

About the Author

O. Henry was the pen name of William Sydney Porter (1862-1910) was a prolific American short story writer. Initially trained as a pharmacist, Porter began his writing career as a journalist and worked on his stories on the side. After being accused of embezzling money from a bank he worked for, he fled to Honduras. He returned to the US upon the death of his wife and was sentenced to five years in prison. It was during this time that he began to have his first stories published. He later moved to New York and began writing stories in earnest. Some of his most famous stories include "Gift of the Magi" and "The Caballero's Way" which introduced the character, the Cisco Kid.