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A review by francesmthompson
The Gift of the Magi by O. Henry
4.0
Hailed as essential reading for those seeking an introduction to short fiction, it's not difficult to see why it's earned this title.
Simple, heart-breaking, relatable and a highly consummable length and pace, The Gift of Magi embodies many of the key elements of popular short stories. There is also the twist at the end and the sense that you are left with a lesson learned.
A short story that has stood the test of time, if you Google the title you'll find it available for free EVERYWHERE, including as an audio recording.
Simple, heart-breaking, relatable and a highly consummable length and pace, The Gift of Magi embodies many of the key elements of popular short stories. There is also the twist at the end and the sense that you are left with a lesson learned.
A short story that has stood the test of time, if you Google the title you'll find it available for free EVERYWHERE, including as an audio recording.