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The Gift of the Magi By O. Henry (americanenglish.state.gov)

submitted 2 months ago by SnokenKeekaGuard@lemmy.dbzer0.com to c/shortstories

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Even if you think you haven't read this, you probably have. Or heard the story. An absolute classic.

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[–] Maeve@sh.itjust.works 4 points 2 months ago

I've always loved this story. That two individuals can love each other so very much, even the irony is a testament of such pure, honest love.