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Abstract O.Henry is one of the most famous writers in the early 20th century, enjoys equal status with Chekhov and Maupassant. Regarded as the founder of American modern Stories,he played an important role in American literature. O. Henrys stories are Famous for their surprise endings; such an ending is often referred to as an O. Henry Ending.Most of O. Henrys stories are set in his own time, the early years of the 20th century.Many take place in New York City and deal for the most part with ordinary People. As keen observer of American social life, He is