Selected Stories of O. Henry
By O. Henry
To the stranger or the guest the people of Coralio will relate the story of the tragic end of their former president; how he strove to escape from the country with the public funds and also with Doña Isabel Guilbert; the young American opera singer; and how; being apprehended by members of the opposing political party in Coralio; he shot himself through the head rather than give up the funds; and; in consequence; the Señorita Guilbert. They will relate further that Doña Isabel; her adventurous bark of fortune shoaled by the simultaneous loss of her distinguished admirer and the souvenir hundred thousand; dropped anchor on this stagnant coast; awaiting a rising tide.
Selected Stories of Honoré de Balzac by Honoré de Balzac: In this collection, Honoré de Balzac presents a selection of his acclaimed short stories, showcasing his incredible talent for vivid storytelling and character development. With its rich language and engaging narratives, this book is a must-read for fans of classical literature.
Key Aspects of the Book "Selected Stories of Honoré de Balzac":
Collection of Short Stories: The book features a collection of acclaimed short stories by Honoré de Balzac.
Vivid Storytelling and Character Development: The stories showcase Balzac's incredible talent for vivid storytelling and character development.
Useful for Literature Enthusiasts: The book is useful for fans of classical literature and those interested in the works of Balzac.
Honoré de Balzac was a French novelist and playwright who is regarded as one of the greatest writers of Western literature. His book, Selected Stories of Honoré de Balzac, is highly regarded for its captivating storytelling and rich language.
Book Details
- Country: US
- Published: 2023-10-01
- Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
- Author(s):O. Henry
- Language: English
- Pages: 255
- Available Formats:EPUBPDF
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