Little Clothbound Classics irresistible mini editions of short stories novellas and essays from the worlds greatest writers designed by the awardwinning Coralie BickfordSmithO Henry is one of the most popular American writers of the twentieth century and a true master of the short story This selection of tales ranges from Christmas in New York to the cattlelands of Texas taking in con men clerks shop assistants tramps and tricksters They all highlight O Henrys comic eye his gift for evoking speech and setting and his unique approach to lifes quirks of fateHis stories are perfectly executed miniclassics Washington Post