by 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 Cabbages and Kings, and Sixes and Sevens.
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This collection of 22 short stories by O. Henry, published in 1903, contains a number of classics and as well as lesser known works, including the title story, "The Passing of Black Eagle," "A Retrieved Reformation," and the author's first published story, "Whistling Dick's Christmas Stocking."
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