Great American Short Stories

Four survivors of a sunken ship try to reach land in Stephen Crane's "The Open Boat."

In "The Gift of the Magi" a young woman sacrifices her most precious possession to by her husband the perfect Christmas present--with surprising results.

These tales of courage, love, and adventure are among the most famous American short stories ever written. Read them and more in this exciting collection of Great American Short Stories.
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