O. Henry, the pseudonym
of William Sydney Porter (1862 - 1910),
was serving three years in prison for
embezzlement when he began
to write short stories.
Upon his release,
he gained national fame with
300 stories, most of which had a
surprise ending.
was serving three years in prison for
embezzlement when he began
to write short stories.
Upon his release,
he gained national fame with
300 stories, most of which had a
surprise ending.
