"Rolling Stones" is a collection of stories by O. Henry that showcases his signature wit and surprise endings. The narrative revolves around a variety of characters who experience the quirks of life and the twists of fate in a bustling early 20th-century society. Throughout the stories, themes of love, ambition, and the ironies of human nature are explored through O. Henry's keen observations and humor. The characters often find themselves in unexpected situations that lead to poignant revelations, demonstrating that life's true richness often lies in its unpredictability and the connections we forge with others. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

There are 334 pages in this book. This book was published in 2022 by Forgotten Books .

Born William Sydney Porter in 1862, O. Henry lived a turbulent life including a brief spell in jail on a charge of embezzlement. Whilst there, he began writing and, once released, made a name for himself as a prolific short-story writer. He has ten collections and over 600 short stories in print. He died in 1910. P. J. Lynch is one of today's most talented and revered illustrators. He has twice won the Kate Greenaway Medal, in 1995 for The Christmas Miracle of Jonathan Toomey, and in 1997 for When Jessie Came Over the Sea (9780744569636). He is also the illustrator of the bestselling A Christmas Carol and East O' the Sun and West O' the Moon (9781844284986). P. J. lives in Dublin.