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American Short Story O Henry W Sidney Porter

O. Henry, whose real name was W. Sidney Porter (1862-1910), was an American short story writer recognized for including surprise endings in his works.

O. Henry, born W. Sidney Porter (1862-1910), was an American short story writer known for his characteristic surprise endings.

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American short story writer
1862 1910

William Sydney Porter (September 11, 1862 – June 5, 1910), better known by his pen name O. Henry, was an American short story writer. His stories are known for their surprise endings.

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