Mammon and the Archer is one of the more popular short stories by O. Henry. Published more than a century ago, the story is about wealth, love, and time and how one of those enables the others. It is centered around a wealthy businessman who, by means of his wealth, creates circumstances for his son toContinue reading “Mammon and the Archer by O.Henry: Summary, Analysis and Review”
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Do or DO NOT; There is No Try: Yoda
This character from Star Wars can be seen on T-shirts, Legos, games, soft toys, and miniature figurines, just to name a few. Now, I know a bunch of characters will come to mind, given the popularity of this movie series. But what if I told you, you had to pick the Ancient Wise one? Who will youContinue reading “Do or DO NOT; There is No Try: Yoda”
Is This Dream As Weird As It Gets?
You walk into a restaurant you like, not having eaten for the last 18 hours. The girl at the counter looks pretty, but you have no time to stop n’ chat. You are on a mission—a mission to get a table. Immediately. Right this second. The restaurant seems like a stock market, with loud peopleContinue reading “Is This Dream As Weird As It Gets?”
The Last Leaf by O.Henry: Summary, Analysis and Review
The Last Leaf is one of the most popular short stories penned by O.Henry. First published in the early 1900s, this was part of his short story collection, The Trimmed Lamp. The Last Leaf by O Henry: Summary and Plot Analysis The story, set in Greenwich village, revolves around the lives of two young female artists –Continue reading “The Last Leaf by O.Henry: Summary, Analysis and Review”
How Often Should You Play the “I’m New Here” Card to get Out of Tough Situations
I have heard and read that our body regenerates almost completely every ten years while vital body organs regenerate faster. Thanks to the influence Three Men in a Boat has on me, I never had enough initiative to research it to vet the accuracy of this statement. Like a fool, who errs in favor of more speakingContinue reading “How Often Should You Play the “I’m New Here” Card to get Out of Tough Situations”
Why the Hell am I So Bad at Ice Breakers?
“Ice-breaker” I don’t know why, but when I think of this term, the first image that comes to my mind is a completely flushed face, extremely cold hands, and a racing heart—all mine. For those of you who aren’t aware of what these are, I envy you and then offer you a little bit ofContinue reading “Why the Hell am I So Bad at Ice Breakers?”
Better to Trip With the Feet Than With the Tongue – Zeno
Tripping. If only they handed out degrees for that thing, I am sure I would now be prefixing my name with a Dr. I tried to take the easy way out and pin it to a genetic fault – one that made me prone to tripping, but after weeks of ogling away at my parents’ movements,Continue reading “Better to Trip With the Feet Than With the Tongue – Zeno”
A Dollar’s Worth by O.Henry: Summary and Analysis
This short story by O.Henry, published in the early 1900s, explores the theme of justice, compassion, and love. A Dollar’s Worth: Summary and Plot Analysis The story opens with a letter. The letter is a threat from one of the convicts to the judge Mr. Derwent, who had presided over the case leading to hisContinue reading “A Dollar’s Worth by O.Henry: Summary and Analysis”
For The Folks Who Take TOO LONG to Order Food
I was rewatching the standup bit by John Pinette the other day – the one in which he expresses resentment against people that can’t decide what to get from the menu. He just wants them to get out of the line and let the others get served. I love the bit, mostly because I love John PinetteContinue reading “For The Folks Who Take TOO LONG to Order Food”
A Retrieved Reformation by O Henry: Summary and Analysis
Originally called Retrieved Reform, this short story was first published more than a century ago in Cosmopolitan magazine. A Retrieved Reformation: Summary and Plot Analysis The story opens in prison, where an inmate, Jimmy Valentine, is diligently working in the prison shoe shop. The man is serving a four-year sentence but is freed much earlier, apparently owing to hisContinue reading “A Retrieved Reformation by O Henry: Summary and Analysis”
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