"The Trimmed Lamp" is a charming story from O. Henry's collection that explores the lives and dreams of New York City’s working class in the early 20th century. The narrative follows the life of a young woman named Mabel who works in a dimly lit café. Through her aspirations of love and success, Mabel's journey reveals the struggles and heartaches faced by those living on the fringes of society. The story captures her encounters with various characters, ultimately reflecting on how hope, resilience, and the human spirit persist amidst the challenges of urban life. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

There are 268 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.