Dear All
I have recently come across a collection
of O Henry stories (a mere 100 of the 475 that he apparently wrote) and have
been struck by various aspects, ranging from the structure through to settings
which include the military, the frontier and loafers which are reminiscent of
Kipling. Does anyone know whether Kipling was an influence on him at all? (Or
even vice versa?) I believe he is sometimes compared to Maupassant.
Tim Connell
PS The stories are very enjoyable! Well
worth a (re-)visit.
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