The Voice of the City

Henry, O

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9781396324062

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"The Voice of the City" by O. Henry is a compelling collection of twenty-five short stories that delve into the vibrant and often challenging life of New York City.

Published in 1908, this anthology captures the essence of urban experience through O. Henry's unique lens of humor, empathy, and keen observation. The stories, inspired by his own experiences as a fugitive and prisoner, provide a poignant look at the everyday struggles and joys of the city's working-class inhabitants.

In the titular story, a reporter's quest for the authentic voice of New York leads him through a series of encounters that reveal the city's diverse perspectives. "The Complete Life of John Hopkins" portrays an ordinary man's extraordinary day, filled with unexpected twists and turns. "A Lickpenny Lover" highlights the dreams and disillusionments of a young shop girl.

O. Henry's storytelling, marked by wit and a talent for surprising endings, offers a timeless reflection on urban life.

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Produktinformasjon

ISBN/Varenr: 9781396324062
Utgivelsesdato: 22.01.2024
Utgivelsesår: 2024
Forlag: Left of Brain Onboarding Pty Ltd
Innbinding: Heftet
Språk: Engelsk
Personer: Henry, O
Litteraturtype: Skjønnlitteratur
Emne: Children's Books/All Ages
Målgruppe: Voksne
Aldersgrense: 0
Opplag: 0
Utgave: 0
Illustrert: Nei
Sider: 170