{"product_id":"waifs-and-strays-paperback","title":"Waifs and Strays - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eO. Henry\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eMint Editions\u003c\/b\u003e (Contribution by)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOriginally published in 1917, \u003ci\u003eWaifs and Strays\u003c\/i\u003e is a premier selection of short stories released seven years after the author's untimely death at age 47.\u003c\/b\u003e The book contains 12 memorable tales including \"Confessions of a Humorist,\" \"The Detective Detector,\" and \"The Sparrows in Madison Square.\" In \u003ci\u003eWaifs and Strays\u003c\/i\u003e, O. Henry brings humor to unconventional stories with unforgettable characters. With \"The Detective Detector\" he spoof's the world's most famous consultant Sherlock Holmes, while \"Hearts and Hands\" centers the unusual dynamic between a convict, a marshal and a beautiful woman. There's also \"The Cactus\" in which a man recalls the errors of a past relationship and \"A Little Talk About Mobs,\" where two men debate New York's gangster scene.\u003ci\u003eWaifs and Strays\u003c\/i\u003e is a compelling collection of stories that are humorous, thrilling and most importantly, entertaining. O. Henry creates diverse narratives that stir the imagination and keep readers guessing. Each tale is an attention-grabber full of memorable moments. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of \u003ci\u003e Waifs and Strays\u003c\/i\u003e is both modern and readable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA collection of short stories highlighting characters with unique histories and eccentric views. \u003ci\u003eWaifs and Strays\u003c\/i\u003e features the signature twists and turns \u003cb\u003eO. Henry\u003c\/b\u003e is known for. With unpredictable narratives and a playful prose, the author successfully subverts the reader's expectations to deliver inventive tales full of mystery and surprises.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 82\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.17 x 8 x 5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e May 07, 2021\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42160231710855,"sku":"9781513269993","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/2623\/2711\/files\/63f3a1e9dd889460717fa4dfa20357a8.webp?v=1733272684","url":"https:\/\/booksby.splitshops.com\/products\/waifs-and-strays-paperback","provider":"Books by splitShops","version":"1.0","type":"link"}