The Gift of the Magi - format ePub

Crítica«Con un excelente sentido del humor, una mordacidad llena de chispa y una envidiable soltura, O. Henry escribió numerosos cuentos llenos de encanto, dentro del orden establecido y, digámoslo así,...

William Sydney Porter, más conocido como O. Henry, ocupa un lugar especial en la literatura estadounidense con sus cuentos caracterizados por giros inesperados y una narrativa envolvente. Publicadas a...

El 11 de septiembre de 1862, hace ahora 150 años, nacía uno de los escritores de relatos más importantes de la Literatura Universal: William Sidney Porter. En 1901 tomó dos decisiones fundamentales para...

Como la de todo clásico, la narrativa de O. Henry ha atravesado a legiones de lectores a lo largo del tiempo. Sus historias de proscritos, desclasados, vaqueros enamorados y latifundistas venidos a menos...

La serie de libros "7 mejores cuentos" presenta los grandes nombres de la literatura en lengua española. O. Henry, fue un escritor estadounidense. Es considerado uno de los maestros del cuento. Su admirable...

Bienvenidos a la serie de libros de los Maestros de la Prosa, una selección de los mejores trabajos de autores notables.El crítico literario August Nemo selecciona los textos más importantes de cada autor....

Primavera a la carta Tragedia en Harlem Un amante tacaño Un cosmopolita en un café Un hombre de ciudad Un sacrificio por amor La reforma recuperada La última hoja La venganza de Cisco Kid La voz de la...

Antología de cuentos realistas, fantásticos y de ciencia ficción: "El pan duro de esa bruja", de O. Henry; "El pozo", de R. Güiraldes; "Las tres muertes del señor Higginbotham", de N. Hawthorne; "La mendiga...

Enter the world of charming rogues and silver-tongued con artists who navigate the fringes of society with wit and bravado. These stories follow the exploits of likable grifters who view the world as...

On a cold Christmas Eve in a modest New York apartment, a young couple discovers the true meaning of sacrifice and devotion. Armed with only pennies and a wealth of love, they part with their most prized...

Explore the divergent paths of a single life in this innovative collection that examines how one decision can alter a destiny forever. Through a blend of realism and romanticism, the stories travel from...

This posthumous collection offers a final, sweeping look at the versatility of a literary giant through essays, letters, and humorous sketches. The prose sparkles with a restless energy, capturing the...

Uncover the rare gems and literary fragments of a master storyteller in this eclectic gathering of verse and prose. These "odds and ends" provide a unique glimpse into the creative evolution and personal...

Set against the vibrant, sun-drenched backdrop of a fictional Central American republic, this mosaic of interconnected tales explores the chaotic intersection of politics and fortune. Consuls, fugitives,...

Beneath the towering skyscrapers of New York City, the lives of the "four million" ordinary citizens unfold with unexpected grace and drama. These stories celebrate the shopgirls, clerks, and dreamers...

From the high-stakes world of finance to the dusty trails of the frontier, these tales highlight the absurdities and heroisms of everyday people. The author’s keen eye for social hierarchy and human frailty...

Cosamian Dastou is the last living Saint. His immunity to the Social Cypher, a system of mass-hypnotism that regulates and controls modern life, means that some people worship him, and many think of him...

From USA Today Bestselling Author comes the first in her Saint's Outlaws MC: Miami, FL series. In Miami, loyalty kills, love betrays, and the devil always takes his darling.DiabloIn Miami, sins are currency,...

She's the fire he never wanted. And the only one who can keep him from burning it all down.DeliaI've seen plenty of chaos.As an EMT, I know what it means to run into the fire when everyone else runs out.But...

 The Twelfth Book in The Network SeriesNever underestimate the power of dark magicks. Bianca Monroe has faced gods, goddesses, and war, but nothing could prepare her for Merrick's capture into the ruins...

The backstory of the enigmatic She-Who-Must-Be-Obeyed reveals her journey from a mortal girl in ancient Egypt to an immortal sorceress seeking the secret of eternal life and absolute power.

A pocketful of sketches that turn a fleeting moment into a profound philosophy. Whether chasing a hat or observing a taxi, the world is revealed to be teeming with hidden significance. A masterclass in...

Obsessed with the memory of the departed, a man creates a private sanctuary of light to keep the shadows of the past at bay. His solitary devotion is interrupted by a mysterious woman who shares his grief...

A faded aristocratic couple finds their dignity challenged when they realize they are better at posing as royalty than being themselves. James masterfully explores the intersection of art and socioeconomic...

The arrival of a charismatic American mother and daughter disrupts the rigid social order of a prestigious European circle. Their breezy disregard for tradition creates a fascinating tension that James...

A group of travelers departs from this life to the next, encountering a series of satirical obstacles that mirror the follies of 18th-century England. Fielding uses this whimsical journey to poke fun...

A high-stakes mission to retrieve a wealthy heir from the temptations of Paris transforms into a profound awakening for a man who has always played it safe. Amidst the beauty of the Seine, he realizes...

A mock-biography that celebrates the life of a ruthless criminal as if he were a conquering hero of history. Fielding uses the career of this "Great Man" to satirize the amoral nature of political power...

An American traveler becomes enchanted by the history and romance of England, only to realize that the past carries a heavy emotional price. His infatuation with a local woman forces him to confront the...

Prophesying the age of total war, this narrative follows the sudden collapse of global civilization through the destructive power of the airplane. As cities are reduced to rubble from above, the story...

The sprawling and riotous adventures of an impulsive foundling serve as the backdrop for a panoramic view of English life. Tom Jones’s journey toward maturity is filled with mistaken identities, passionate...

In this colonial-era romance, a young woman’s heart becomes a battlefield between religious devotion and earthly passion. As she navigates the rigid expectations of a Puritan community, the narrative...

In a world on the brink of collapse, the discovery of a terrifying new power source leads to the first nuclear conflict, leveling the world’s great capitals. From the ruins, a new era of global governance...

Struggling against the constraints of a marriage to a man who treats her like a prized possession, Lady Harman searches for a meaningful life beyond her husband’s shadow. Her quiet defiance leads her...

The peace of a quiet English town is shattered by the arrival of Martians who view the human race as nothing more than an inconvenient obstacle. Armed with heat rays and biological weapons, the invaders...

In the shadow of the pyramids, a high priest is tasked with assassinating the last Pharaoh of Egypt, only to fall under the spell of Cleopatra’s intoxicating beauty and tragic destiny.

Driven by a mystic vision, Leo Vincey and his companion Holly trek into the freezing peaks of Tibet to find the reincarnation of the immortal queen who perished in the flames of Kor.

A series of letters from different perspectives reveals the complex social dynamics of a group of Americans and Europeans in a high-society setting. James uses this fragmented narrative to explore how...

Amidst a world of predatory men and financial ruin, the steadfast Amelia remains a beacon of moral clarity and devotion. Her journey through the gritty streets of London is a testament to the resilience...

This collection of stark, realistic stories shatters the romanticized image of the Midwest, portraying the relentless toil and social injustice faced by the men and women of the "coolly" country.

A massive earthquake plunges a yachting party into an underground world where two survivors of a prehistoric master race plan to reshape the surface of the earth according to their whims.

The shadows of the Andes hide a civilization that refuses to die, waiting to claim its royal victim. A European romance is swallowed by the terrifying grandeur of sun-worship and ancient sacrifice. The...

Sentenced to the living hell of a penal colony, the master of disguise Chéri-Bibi plots his impossible escape. Every step toward freedom is paved with betrayal and blood. It is a gritty, relentless journey...

This is an eclectic collection of horror stories. They range from light, barely there horror to downright gory. They also combine other genres like science fiction and fantasy. Kellee Kranendonk's writing...

Kael "Surge" Makani built Black Tide to protect the innocent by hunting the monsters who hide behind money and power. But when a mission exposes a ghost from his past—a man he buried years ago—everything...

Vessandra Nyx, the Archmage who traded a dark crown for a copper kettle, thought she had finally found sanctuary in the salt-slicked caves of the coast. She was wrong. The High Reach has noted the "geological...