1993, ISBN: 9780895774941

IBC Publishing. Good. / BEST SHORT STORIES O.HENRY (YL 82) / IBC / 17.4 x 10.8 x 0.8 cm, IBC Publishing, 2.5, Leatherbound Hardcover 245 pages. Condition Fine Issued with NO Dust Jacket… More...

IBC Publishing. Good. / BEST SHORT STORIES O.HENRY (YL 82) / IBC / 17.4 x 10.8 x 0.8 cm, IBC Publishing, 2.5, Leatherbound Hardcover 245 pages. Condition Fine Issued with NO Dust Jacket. Reader's Digest World's Best Reading Reprint edition 1993. Handsome brown boards with brown leather 1/8 spine and gilt embossing shows off this Clean, tight, square copy with no marks, highlights or bookplates. Book Well kept and carefully stored in unread condition. No shelf wear. Not an ex-library, book club or remainder copy.Laid in four page brochureO. Henry was the pen name of American writer William Sydney Porter. This is a collection of his short stories. O. Henry was known for his clever use of wordplay, ironic twists, and memorable characters, and "Heart of the West" is a compilation of his Western-themed stories. These stories often incorporate humor, wit, and a touch of sentimentality, making them distinctive within the genre.The stories in "Heart of the West" typically revolve around characters living in the American West during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. O. Henry's stories often focus on the lives of cowboys, outlaws, settlers, and other figures who populated the frontier landscape. Despite the Western setting, O. Henry's signature style shines through, as he delves into the quirks of human nature and uses unexpected plot twists to create engaging narratives.You can expect to find O. Henry's characteristic blend of humor, irony, and keen insight into the human condition. If you're interested in Western-themed short stories with a unique literary flair, O. Henry's "Heart of the West" offers an enjoyable and thought-provoking reading experience., Reader's Digest Association, 1993, 5<

1993, ISBN: 9780895774941

Leatherbound Hardcover 245 pages. Condition Fine Issued with NO Dust Jacket. Reader's Digest World's Best Reading Reprint edition 1993. Handsome brown boards with brown leather 1/8 spine … More...

Leatherbound Hardcover 245 pages. Condition Fine Issued with NO Dust Jacket. Reader's Digest World's Best Reading Reprint edition 1993. Handsome brown boards with brown leather 1/8 spine and gilt embossing shows off this Clean, tight, square copy with no marks, highlights or bookplates. Book Well kept and carefully stored in unread condition. No shelf wear. Not an ex-library, book club or remainder copy.Laid in four page brochureO. Henry was the pen name of American writer William Sydney Porter. This is a collection of his short stories. O. Henry was known for his clever use of wordplay, ironic twists, and memorable characters, and "Heart of the West" is a compilation of his Western-themed stories. These stories often incorporate humor, wit, and a touch of sentimentality, making them distinctive within the genre.The stories in "Heart of the West" typically revolve around characters living in the American West during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. O. Henry's stories often focus on the lives of cowboys, outlaws, settlers, and other figures who populated the frontier landscape. Despite the Western setting, O. Henry's signature style shines through, as he delves into the quirks of human nature and uses unexpected plot twists to create engaging narratives.You can expect to find O. Henry's characteristic blend of humor, irony, and keen insight into the human condition. If you're interested in Western-themed short stories with a unique literary flair, O. Henry's "Heart of the West" offers an enjoyable and thought-provoking reading experience., Reader's Digest Association, 1993, 5<

1993, ISBN: 9780895774941

Heart of the West is a collection of 19 short stories highlighting the complicated relationship between men and women, law and order, honor and obligation. These compelling tales are fill… More...

Heart of the West is a collection of 19 short stories highlighting the complicated relationship between men and women, law and order, honor and obligation. These compelling tales are filled with memorable characters and fascinating conflicts. In Heart of the West, O. Henry explores the illustrious region featuring cowboys, outlaws, rangers and sheepherders. It consists of 19 short stories celebrating the unique culture and happenings in the Old West. "Telemachus, Friend," follows an unconventional love triangle, while The Caballero's Way centers an unexpected tragedy fueled by jealousy and betrayal. This collection features a variety of tales ranging from sentimental romance to humorous adventure. O. Henry breathes new life into the American West with vivid plots and unforgettable characters. This diverse group of stories transports readers to a bygone era of rugged heroes and sinister villains. Originally published in 1904, Heart of the West epitomizes this extraordinary moment in time. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Heart of the West is both modern and readable., Reader's Digest Association, 1993, 5<

1993, ISBN: 9780895774941

Reader's Digest Association, 1993 ISBN: 0895774941. Hard Cover. Very Good Maroon colored cover with gold lettering and gold, green and red design on front cover, a slight bump on bott… More...

Reader's Digest Association, 1993 ISBN: 0895774941. Hard Cover. Very Good Maroon colored cover with gold lettering and gold, green and red design on front cover, a slight bump on bottom of front cover, afterword by Robert M. Brown, "Th is Reader's Digest edition contains the complete text of Clarence Day's Life with Father, first published in 1935".. Very Good/Unknown., Reader's Digest Association, 1993, 3<