O. Henry Biography

The O. Henry Biography by C. Alphonso Smith is a comprehensive account of the life and works of the famous American writer, O. Henry. The book begins with a detailed look at O. Henry’s childhood and early years, including his education and early career as a pharmacist. It then moves on to examine the various stages of his writing career, from his early days as a struggling journalist to his later success as a popular short story writer.Throughout the book, Smith provides a wealth of information about O. Henry’s personal life, including his marriages, family relationships, and friendships with other writers and artists. He also explores the various themes and motifs that run throughout O. Henry’s writing, such as the importance of human connection, the struggle for survival in a harsh world, and the power of love and redemption.The O. Henry Biography is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and work of this iconic American writer. With its detailed research, engaging prose, and insightful analysis, it offers a fascinating glimpse into the mind and heart of one of the most beloved writers of the 20th century.1916. Illustrated. A biography of Sydney Porter (O. Henry) who was the most popular short story writer of his time. His stories typically revolved around two of his favorite themes, the situation of the impostor and fate as the one unavoidable reality of life. Another device he used was the surprise ending, usually coming about through coincidence. He was the founder of the humorous weekly The Rolling Stone. When the weekly failed, he joined the Houston Post as a reporter and columnist. He was convicted of embezzling money, although there’s much debate over his actual guilt, and while in prison he started to write short stories. His first work, Whistling Dick’s Christmas Stocking appeared in McClure’s Magazine. After emerging from prison Porter changed his name to O. Henry. He then moved to New York and wrote a story a week for the New York World, also publishing in other magazines. Contents: The Life and the Story; Vogue; Ancestry; Birthplace and Early Years; Ranch and City Life in Texas; The Shadowed Years; Finding Himself in New York; Favorite Themes; and Last Days. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.