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The Four Million - A Short Story Collection

O. Henry

Publisher: Diamond Book Publishing

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The Four Million is the second published collection of short stories by O. Henry originally released on April 10, 1906, by McClure, Phillips & Co. in New York. There are twenty-five stories of various lengths including several of his best known works such as "The Gift of the Magi" and "The Cop and the Anthem". The book's title refers to the then population of New York City where many of the stories are set.
Available since: 11/25/2021.

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