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Cabbages and Kings;
Hardcover
ISBN13: 9781024025132
Publisher: Hutson Street Press
Published: May 22 2025
Pages: 40
Weight: 0.53
Height: 0.25 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Cabbages and Kings is a collection of linked short stories by O. Henry (William Sydney Porter), set in the fictional Central American republic of Anchuria. First published in 1904, the stories explore themes of revolution, political intrigue, and the lives of both American expatriates and native Anchurians. With his characteristic wit and twist endings, O. Henry paints a vivid picture of a society caught between tradition and modernity, idealism and corruption.
These interconnected tales offer a glimpse into a world of colorful characters, ranging from deposed presidents and cunning revolutionaries to resourceful adventurers and lovelorn dreamers. Cabbages and Kings showcases O. Henry's talent for capturing the human condition in all its complexity and humor. A timeless classic, this collection provides both entertainment and insight into the social and political dynamics of a bygone era.
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