This collection of short stories by the legendary American writer O. Henry is a true gem of American literature. First published in 1906, it includes some of his most famous tales, such as 'The Gift of the Magi' and 'The Furnished Room', as well as lesser-known but equally delightful stories that showcase O. Henry's unique style and wit. These stories are timeless masterpieces that capture the human spirit with humor, irony, and pathos. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.