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Classics · Warm

A poor young couple each sacrifice a treasure to buy a gift

The Gift of the Magi

by O. Henry

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1905Easy readFast pace

What it is about

Jim and Della, a poor New York couple, each sell their most prized possession to buy the other a Christmas present. O. Henry’s short story is a classic of irony and love.

Who will enjoy it

Readers who enjoy classic novels that have stayed in print, with a warm mood and a fast pace. It is an easy read.

Themes: Christmas · Love · Sacrifice
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O. Henry1 book on Tori Books

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