Poetry (eBook)

O. Henry (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2022
650 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654739976-6 (EAN)

Infos

O. Henry's 'Poetry' is a remarkable collection that showcases his signature wit and narrative style, entwining humor and poignancy. Unlike his better-known short stories, this volume explores the lyrical qualities of language, marrying vivid imagery with relatable themes such as love, loss, and the passage of time. Written during the early 20th century, a period marked by significant changes in American society, O. Henry's poetic expressions reflect the urban landscape and the human experiences within it, imbuing each poem with a sense of both nostalgia and hopefulness. O. Henry, born William Sidney Porter, was a master of short stories known for their twist endings and keen observations of everyday life. His own experiences, including time spent in prison and his encounters with the working class and bohemian society in New York City, provided him with a wealth of inspired material. This unique perspective likely influenced his approach to poetry, allowing him to capture life's complexities in a compact form, revealing the beauty in the mundane and the extraordinary alike. Readers seeking an introspective journey through the human experience will find 'Poetry' to be an invaluable addition to their collection. O. Henry's ability to evoke deep emotional responses through concise yet powerful language invites readers to reflect on their own lives and the world around them. Whether one is a long-time admirer of his work or new to his oeuvre, this collection promises to resonate long after the last line is read.

Autor

O. Henry, born William Sydney Porter on September 11, 1862, in Greensboro, North Carolina, was a prolific American short story writer. His pen name, O. Henry, became synonymous with surprise endings and witty narrations. Despite 'Poetry' not being among his well-documented oeuvres—his foray largely excluded poetry— his literary prowess is showcased through his masterful short stories. Before gaining fame as an author, Porter led a tumultuous life, which included a stint in Honduran exile and imprisonment for embezzlement—experiences that enriched his perspectives and furnished material for his fiction. His first short story collection, 'Cabbages and Kings' (1904), was followed by 'The Four Million' (1906), featuring perhaps his most famous story, 'The Gift of the Magi.' O. Henry's writing style is marked by a rich use of coincidence, irony, and an economy of language that is both colloquial and artfully constructed. His literary achievements till his death on June 5, 1910, amounted to over 600 short stories, solidifying his place in the American literary canon. Although poetry was not his known medium, his narratives often possessed a lyrical quality that might stand as a testament to a poetic sensibility.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 13.11.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Lyrik / Dramatik ► Lyrik / Gedichte
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Sprach- / Literaturwissenschaft ► Literaturwissenschaft
• Schlagworte: 19th century American poets • American poetry classics • American Short Stories • belles-lettres poetry • Character-driven narratives • Chekhov • classic poetry anthologies • deep emotional exploration • early 20th-century fiction • Edgar Allan Poe • engaging poetic collection • Everyday life reflections • FB THEMA poetry • Fiction • French Literature • F. Scott Fitzgerald • Guy de Maupassant • Human Condition • humor and irony • Humor and poignancy • Ironies of life • joy in the ordinary • L. Frank Baum • Literary fiction poetry • literary genius • love and loss themes • Madrid • Mark Twain • married women • Maya Angelou • O. Henry poetry collection • O. Henry verses • public domain poetry books • Robert Frost • Sacrifice and loyalty • short story authors turned poets • simple profound style • Spain • surprise endings • thought-provoking verse • Timeless insights • T. S. Eliot • Unique narrative perspective • Walt Whitman • whimsical poetic imagery • young women