
The Trimmed Lamp And Other Stories Of The Four Million
by O. Henry
Title:
The Trimmed Lamp And Other Stories Of The Four Million
Author:
O. Henry
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
154 pages
Publisher:
Double9 Books LLP
ISBN-13:
9789369078806
EAN:
9789369078806
Classifications:
Romance Fiction
Weight (g):
296
Dimensions (mm):
212 x 142 x 11
Publication Country:
United Kingdom
Language:
English
Condition:
New
Description
The Trimmed Lamp and Other Stories of the Four Million by O. Henry is a collection of short stories that vividly captures the lives of ordinary people living in New York City. The collection explores themes of love, ambition, sacrifice, and the complexity of human relationships, often set against the backdrop of the city's bustling, sometimes harsh, environment. O. Henry's signature twist endings are evident throughout the stories, where he uses irony and surprise to reveal the unexpected turns of fate that affect his characters' lives. Many of the stories focus on the lives of the working class and the struggle for survival in a rapidly changing society. The characters in the collection are often caught between their dreams and their realities, revealing the gap between aspiration and achievement in the face of social and economic challenges. With its poignant humor and insightful social commentary, the collection paints a rich, sometimes bittersweet portrait of life in the city, showcasing O. Henry's mastery of storytelling and his ability to illuminate the human condition in both its light and dark moments.




















