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Ce sont six nouvelles humoristiques du grand auteur américain, O. Henry, nouvelles qui mettent en scène de jeunes gens rivaux en amour, prêts à tout pour gagner celle qu'ils convoitent.

"Cœurs et croix" est une nouvelle de William Sydney Porter (dit O. Henry), extraite du recueil de nouvelles "Contes du Far West". Avec humour et sensibilité, cette nouvelle traite du couple, et du pouvoir.

On retrouve tout l'humour de l'auteur, et son empathie pour les êtres humains, pour ces pauvres gens, un peu marlous, et très combinards qui rusent pour survivre dans la Grande Pomme.

Une très jolie nouvelle, où l'on voit un jeune homme chercher le fantôme d'un amour disparu dans la chambre d'un hôtel meublé.

Recueil de nouvelles souvent drôles, mais aussi émouvantes, dressant de beaux portraits d'hommes et de femmes, qui vivent à New York au début du XXe siècle.

O. Henrys Erzählung "The Gift Of The Magi" gehört zu den meistgelesenen Kurzgeschichten der englischsprachigen Literatur...

"Drei Erzählungen" ist der dritte Teil der "DREI"-Trilogie. Oliver Rohrbeck, Jens Wawrczeck und Andreas Fröhlich (Sprecher der "Drei ???") lesen Geschichten über die Liebe - von Sophie Dahl, Russell Banks und O. Henry.

O. Henrys "Das Geschenk der Weisen" ist eine der bekanntesten und schönsten Weihnachtsgeschichten. Eva Mattes liest diese wundervolle Geschichte über ein junges, verliebtes Paar mit wenig Geld, das sich zu Weihnachten aber dennoch ganz besondere Geschenke macht.

It's true. Everyone has a pride in the place of their birth. O. Henry brings a man from Nevada to New York where he meets a man who loves the Big Apple. The two slyly point to the proof of perfection of their cities. The problem may lie in the fact that it's not clear that either is really listening to the others.

Denny was looking for amusement after a broken heart. He wasn’t sure he was going to be able to find it in the bright lights and multiple diversions. While known for his humor O. Henry allows his wit to take a back seat to this short story romance that is magically set on the famed Coney Island.

Small talk is a staple of conversation. We say "How are you?", but we may not really want to know. We remark about the weather, but it’s usually just a way to feel less awkward. Classic storyteller O. Henry introduces us to Bud on a trip to New York. In Bud's world if you bring up the subject of weather you'd better be willing to carry on a meaningful conversation.

Bud was an old west cowhand sent to New York to give particulars about a ranch that was changing owners. Bud shares the story of how much the New York folk needed help in the ways of the world. Those he encountered would likely have had an entirely different view of Bud’s perspective. You’ll find humor along the trail in this memorable

Trysdale was in love. He had embellished his accomplishments and his beloved had placed him squarely on a pedestal. How was he to know that one of his 'embellishments' would be his undoing? Irony abounds in this short love story gone wrong by O. Henry.

A wonderful selection of some of the most bizarre and unsettling stories ever written.

The Marionettes tells the story of two disreputable men. One, Dr. James, is a suave doctor and also an assassin and safe-breaker. The other, Mr. Chandler, is a consumate wastrel, gambler and wife beater. Each of the two adheres to a strict code of conduct and despises the other for their lack of morals. A chance encounter between the two of them not only throws their differences into sharp relief, but also leads to a monumental crime and bizarre atonement.

Published in 1906, “The Gift of the Magi” is O. Henry’s beloved short story of Christmas giving. Jim and Della are a struggling young couple. Despite their limited resources, each must find a way to give the ultimate Christmas gift. Rosemary Benson narrates this enduringly popular tale that symbolizes the loving spirit of giving. This story is featured in the Middle School curriculum, and many free lesson plans, which include an author’s biography, vocabulary, discussion questions, and other activities, are available online.

Was it a case of a true gentleman in the old west? Or are the charms of a pioneer woman enough to blind the eyes of a love-struck cowpoke? A strong dose of mutual deceit, but only one knew the truth. A classic story that leaves you to determine who was the kinder. Narrated by Glenn Hascall.

This collection of stories features holiday tales for both young and old! Producer Joe Bevilacqua has unearthed this vintage 1940s recording of the charming Yuletide children's radio play, written by and starring Daws Butler, the voice of Yogi Bear, Huckleberry Hound, Quick Draw McGraw, and most of the classic Hanna-Barbera cartoon characters. Also heard in this old time radio show is Don Messick, the voice of Boo Boo Bear, Ranger Smith, and Scooby Doo.

O. Henry was a prolific American short-story writer - a master of surprise endings - who wrote about the life of ordinary people in New York City. Here is "A Blackjack Bargainer," the story of the drunken Yancey Goree, a washed-up lawyer who has lost his money, possessions, property, and self-respect as a result of playing poker. After settling a feud, however, he manages to redeem himself by trading places with an old rival.

This is a story from the Great Ghost Stories collection.