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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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Christmas by Injunction

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

By O. Henry
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Calloway's Code

Complete original English short story from Whirligigs (1910).

By O. Henry
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Brickdust Row

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

By O. Henry
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Blind Man's Holiday

Complete original English short story from Whirligigs (1910).

By O. Henry
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Babes in the Jungle

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

By O. Henry
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An Afternoon Miracle

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

By O. Henry
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According to Their Lights

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

By O. Henry
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A Tempered Wind

Complete original English short story from The Gentle Grafter (1908).

By O. Henry
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A Technical Error

Complete original English short story from Whirligigs (1910).

By O. Henry
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A Sacrifice Hit

Complete original English short story from Whirligigs (1910).

By O. Henry
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