The Christmas Stories by O. Henry

Christmas by Injunction, Whistling Dick's Christmas Stocking, A Chaparral Christmas Gift, An Unfinished Christmas Story, The Gift of the Magi

De: O. Henry

Narrado por: Jim Girard, Mark Bowen

Christmas Stories by O. Henry is a delightful collection that showcases the heartwarming and often humorous tales of the iconic American writer, O. Henry. This anthology features a selection of enchanting stories, including Christmas by Injunction, Whistling Dick's Christmas Stocking, A Chaparral Christmas Gift, An Unfinished Christmas Story, and The Gift of the Magi.

O. Henry, renowned for his storytelling finesse, is a master of capturing the human spirit, and these Christmas stories are no exception. With his signature wit and surprise endings, O. Henry invites listeners to partake in the joy, love, and quirky misadventures that define the holiday season.

In Christmas by Injunction, listeners are introduced to the unpredictable humor of a Christmas under legal restrictions, while Whistling Dick's Christmas Stocking presents a charming story of unexpected goodwill in the Wild West. A Chaparral Christmas Gift offers a tale of kindness in a rugged landscape, and An Unfinished Christmas Story leaves us with a playful cliffhanger to ponder.

The Gift of the Magi, one of O. Henry's most famous stories, is a timeless classic that explores the true meaning of gift-giving and the sacrifices made by a young couple in love. It remains a beloved emblem of the spirit of Christmas generosity.

Christmas Stories by O. Henry is a perfect companion for the holiday season, providing listeners with a dose of laughter, nostalgia, and the warmth of the season. O. Henry's stories continue to resonate with readers and listeners of all ages and remind us of the values of love, kindness, and goodwill that make Christmas a magical time of year. Immerse yourself in these classic tales and rediscover the spirit of Christmas through O. Henry's timeless narratives.

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Really dissappointed

I really wanted to like this book. I have a collection of Christmas audiobooks that I listen to every year. Of course, almost everyone is familiar with "The Gifts of the Magi." It is an old standby in the Christmas short short cannon.

That is the first story on this book and perhaps the only one worth listening to.

I found the other stories almost completely uninteresting and uninspiring.

To make this book even more of a disappointment, the narrator is absolutely atrocious. He is almost completely monotone. There are a few stories where some of the characters speak in rural accents. (For example, ending the present participle with in' instead of ing.) The narrator does not even try to get into character for those voices. He continues in the same monotone.

Don't walk, run away.