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Classic American Short Stories

Explore classic American short stories, including O. Henry's witty tales and surprise endings. Browse original English fiction and credited literary works.

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The Count and the Wedding Guest

Complete original English short story from The Trimmed Lamp, and Other Stories of the Four Million (1907).

By O. Henry
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The Call of the Tame

Complete original English short story from Strictly Business: More Stories of the Four Million (1910).

By O. Henry
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The Caballero's Way

Complete original English short story from Heart of the West (1907).

By O. Henry
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The Buyer from Cactus City

Complete original English short story from The Trimmed Lamp, and Other Stories of the Four Million (1907).

By O. Henry
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The Badge of Policeman O'Roon

Complete original English short story from The Trimmed Lamp, and Other Stories of the Four Million (1907).

By O. Henry
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The Assessor of Success

Complete original English short story from The Trimmed Lamp, and Other Stories of the Four Million (1907).

By O. Henry
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Telemachus, Friend

Complete original English short story from Heart of the West (1907).

By O. Henry
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Strictly Business

Complete original English short story from Strictly Business: More Stories of the Four Million (1910).

By O. Henry
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