The Gift Of The Magi And The Ransom Of Red Chief

Author : O. Henry
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2020-04-20
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9798638993627

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The Gift of the Magi and the Ransom of Red Chief by O. Henry Pdf

|| The Gift of The Magi || "The Gift of the Magi" is a short story by O. Henry first published in 1905. The story tells of a young husband and wife and how they deal with the challenge of buying secret Christmas gifts for each other with very little money. As a sentimental story with a moral lesson about gift-giving, it has been popular for adaptation, especially for presentation at Christmas time. The plot and its twist ending are well-known, and the ending is generally considered an example of comic irony. It was allegedly written at Pete's Tavern on Irving Place in New York City.***The Ransom of The Red Chief *** : "The Ransom of Red Chief" is a 1910 short story by O. Henry first published in The Saturday Evening Post. It follows two men who kidnap and attempt to ransom a wealthy Alabamian's son; eventually, the men are driven crazy by the boy's spoiled and hyperactive behavior, and pay the boy's father to take him back.The story and its main idea have become a part of popular culture, with many children's television programs using a version of the story as one of their episodes. Things make it different from other books:1. Illustrations2. Author Biography3. Summary

Author : O. Henry
Publisher : Strelbytskyy Multimedia Publishing
Page : 24 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2021-01-08
Category : Fiction
ISBN : PKEY:SMP2300000060287

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The Gift of the Magi by O. Henry Pdf

The Gift of the Magi is one of the most famous and often published novellas by a great American writer O. Henry, his real name is William Sydney Porter. On Christmas Eve, a young family couple - James and Della Dillingham – discover that they don’t have enough money for the presents to each other. Della decides to sell her voluminous hair of brownstone colour and to buy her husband a platinum chain for his golden watch...

Author : O. Henry
Publisher : The Creative Company
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1583415858

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The Ransom of Red Chief by O. Henry Pdf

Two men kidnap a mischievous boy and request a large ransom for his return.

Author : O. Henry
Publisher : Literary Licensing, LLC
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2014-03
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1494149478

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The Best Stories of O. Henry by O. Henry Pdf

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1899 Edition.

Author : O Henry,Gordon Grant
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 130 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2019-06-23
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0359747655

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The Ransom of Red Chief by O Henry,Gordon Grant Pdf

O. Henry's short stories brim with lively wit and wisdom, sudden twist endings and amusing characterizations, plus memorable moral lessons. An iconic author at his height in the early 20th century, O. Henry was industrious and prolific, turning out short stories at astonishing speed. This anthology contains 24 of his finest tales, with highlights being a parody of Sherlock Holmes named ?Shamrock Jolnes?, and send-ups of certain frivolous yet monied city dwellers. The breezy dialogue and descriptive prose tend to be witty and playful, with the author occasionally venturing to the satirical in his plotting. The titular story is among O. Henry's most famous; a pair of opportunistic crooks kidnap the son of a wealthy Alabama businessman, hoping to collect a hefty ransom. They are soon driven to their wits end however, when the boy turns out to be a wildly misbehaving brat. The boy's father makes a counteroffer: for a modest sum, he?ll take the boy back. The kidnappers agree and the youngster is returned.

Author : O. Henry
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 99 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2012-02-29
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780486110073

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The Gift of the Magi and Other Short Stories by O. Henry Pdf

Sixteen captivating stories by one of America's most popular storytellers. Included are such classics as "The Gift of the Magi," "The Last Leaf," and "The Ransom of Red Chief."

Author : O. Henry
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Humorous stories, American
ISBN : 186092011X

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The Ransom of Red Chief; The Gift of the Magi by O. Henry Pdf

Stories in the Travelman Short Stories series take the reader to places of mystery, fantasy, horror, romance, and corners of the universe yet unexplored. In turn, readers take them on the bus or subway, slip them into briefcases and lunchboxes, and send them from Jersey to Juneau. Each classic or original short story is printed on one sheet of paper and folded like a map. This makes it simple to read while commuting, convenient to carry when not, and easy to give or send to a friend. A paper envelope is provided for mailing or gift-giving, and both are packaged in a dear plastic envelope for display. The cost is not much more than a greeting card.

Author : O. Henry
Publisher : Amila Jay
Page : 11 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2021-12-22
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9783986779214

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The Gift of the Magi by O. Henry Pdf

"The Gift of the Magi" is a short story by O. Henry first published in 1905. The story tells of a young husband and wife and how they deal with the challenge of buying secret Christmas gifts for each other with very little money. As a sentimental story with a moral lesson about gift-giving, it has been popular for adaptation, especially for presentation at Christmas time.

Author : Michelangelo Capua
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2017-09-01
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781476666532

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Jean Negulesco by Michelangelo Capua Pdf

Originally a successful painter from Romania, Jean Negulesco worked in Hollywood first as an art director, then as a second unit director. He was later hired as a director by various studios--mostly for ballet and musical shorts--before being assigned to a number of commercially successful films. During his 30-year career, he worked in several European countries yet it was in the U.S. he achieved his greatest success, with Warner Brothers and 20th Century Fox. Dubbed "The Prince of Melodrama" by critics, he directed films of all genres, working with stars like Joan Crawford, John Garfield, Marilyn Monroe, Lauren Bacall, Bette Davis, Richard Burton, Alec Guinness, Fred Astaire and many others. Negulesco was nominated for Best Director by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in 1948 for Johnny Belinda--now considered a classic, along with his The Mask of Dimitrios (1944), Humoresque (1946), How to Marry a Millionaire (1953) and Three Coins in the Fountain (1954). This book--the first on him since his 1984 autobiography--covers his extraordinary life and career, with extensive analyses of his films.

Author : Ron Nash
Publisher : Corwin Press
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2013-11-13
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781483333427

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The Active Classroom by Ron Nash Pdf

The beloved bestseller, updated for the classrooms of today This updated edition of Ron Nash’s The Active Classroom shows how to protect students from the higher-than-ever risk of becoming passive observers rather than active participants in the classroom. Featuring a wealth of new content plus an insightful foreword by Rich Allen, it shows: Ways to highlight writing as an essential discipline students need to excel within the Common Core Standards and beyond. Techniques for boosting engagement with visuals and technology, especially in modern hybrid classrooms. How the first two weeks of school set the tone for the entire year.

Author : Jeffrey D. Schultz,Luchen Li
Publisher : Infobase Publishing
Page : 417 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Electronic books
ISBN : 9781438108506

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Critical Companion to John Steinbeck by Jeffrey D. Schultz,Luchen Li Pdf

Celebrates the American writer who in his works confronted and explored the social fabric of the United States in the early 20th century. More than 500 entries include synopses of his novels, short stories, and nonfiction; descriptions of his characters, details about family, friends, and associates.

Author : O. Henry
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2014-08-08
Category : Literary Collections
ISBN : 1500666939

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The Gift of the Magi by O. Henry Pdf

The Gift of the MagiSpecial EditionBy O. HenryBonus materials include: 4 of his famous short storiesThe Cop and the AnthemThe Ransom of Red ChiefA Retrieved ReformationThe Duplicity of HargravesRare poemsThe Gift of the Magi Study guide for teachers and students

Author : Terry Rowan
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Christmas plays
ISBN : 9781312140455

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Having a Wonderful Christmas Time Film Guide by Terry Rowan Pdf

Author : O. Henry
Publisher : Astra Publishing House
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2013-11-01
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9789888240579

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Gift of the Magi by O. Henry Pdf

This classic holiday story about true love, irony, and gift-giving makes a sophisticated gift for middle grade readers —give to boys and girls ages 9 - 12 years old. Della and Jim love each other very much but have no money for getting Christmas gifts for one another. But when Della decides to make a great sacrifice that will give her enough money to buy the present Jim deserves, she soon discovers that that her selfless act may have been for naught. This is a new, richly illustrated interpretation of the well-loved, poignant short story by O. Henry.

Author : O. Henry
Publisher : Musaicum Books
Page : 700 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2017-12-06
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9788027236558

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The Gift of the Magi & Other Tales from New York by O. Henry Pdf

The Gift of the Magi is a story about a young couple who are short of money but desperately want to buy each other Christmas gifts. The Cop and the Anthem is about a New York City hobo named Soapy, who sets out to get arrested so that he can be a guest of the city jail instead of sleeping out in the cold winter. A Retrieved Reformation tells the tale of safecracker Jimmy Valentine, recently freed from prison. The Duplicity of Hargraves is a short story about a nearly destitute father and daughter's trip to Washington, D.C. The Ransom of Red Chief is a short story, it follows two men who kidnap and attempt to ransom a wealthy Alabaman's son; eventually, the men are driven to distraction by the boy's spoiled and hyperactive behavior, and end up having to pay the boy's father to take him back. Contents: The Voice Of The City The Making Of A New Yorker A Retrieved Reformation The Cop And The Anthem The Duplicity Of Hargraves The Gift Of The Magi The Last Leaf The Ransom Of Red Chief The Skylight Room The Trimmed Lamp The Whirligig Of Life A Harlem Tragedy Biography of O. Henry William Sydney Porter (1862-1910), known by his pen name O. Henry, was an American writer. O. Henry's short stories are known for their wit, wordplay, warm characterization, and surprise endings.