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O. Henry: A Study of the Short Fiction (Twayne's Studies in Short Fiction),Used
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Product Description In the early twentieth century, William Sydney Porter, better known as O. Henry, captured the fancy and touched the hearts of newspaper and magazine writers throughout the United States. Interpreted as quintessentially American, O. Henry's short fiction made him the spokesman for Manhattan's 'four million' during his own era. In nearly three hundred stories, O. Henry's artistry, style, and technique has been compared favorably with writers such as Conrad, Hardy, and Wharton.In this new volume, Eugene CurrentGarcia presents a comparative survey of critical attitudes and evaluations of O. Henry's short fiction from as early as 1908, through the 1920s and 1930s, and up to more recent decades. CurrentGarcia traces the influence of O. Henry's childhood in North Carolina, as well as his early adulthood spent in the western frontier in Texas and along the border of Mexico. The landscapes of his stories were vastly enriched by his unique life experiences, both as a convicted criminal who learned to write short stories while in jail and, later, as a literary celebrity in New York City.O. Henry: A Study of the Short Fiction contains excerpts from select critics on O. Henry, as well as an annotated bibliography and a comprehensive index. About the Author Eugene CurrentGarcia is Hargis Professor Emeritus of American Literature at Auburn University.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'O. Henry: A Study of the Short Fiction'? A: The book provides a comparative survey of critical attitudes and evaluations of O. Henry's short fiction, exploring his influence and artistry from the early twentieth century to contemporary perspectives.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Eugene Current-Garcia, who is a Hargis Professor Emeritus of American Literature at Auburn University.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 189 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition is bound in hardcover.
- Q: What condition is this used book in? A: This book is listed as being in very good condition.
- Q: When was 'O. Henry: A Study of the Short Fiction' published? A: The book was published on January 1, 1993.
- Q: Does the book include any critical excerpts or bibliography? A: Yes, it contains excerpts from select critics on O. Henry, along with an annotated bibliography and a comprehensive index.
- Q: What themes are explored in O. Henry's short fiction according to the book? A: The book discusses themes influenced by O. Henry's childhood in North Carolina and his experiences on the western frontier in Texas and Mexico.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, the book is suitable for academic study as it provides critical insights and evaluations of O. Henry's work.
- Q: What makes O. Henry's storytelling style unique? A: O. Henry's storytelling is characterized by its artistry, style, and technique, often compared to notable writers such as Conrad, Hardy, and Wharton.