O. Henry's short, simple stories are noted for their careful plotting, ironic coincidences, and surprise endings. Contents: The Rose of Dixie", The Third Ingredient, The Hiding of Black Bill, Schools and Schools, Thimble, Thimble, Supply and Demand, Buried Treasure, To Him Who Waits, He Also Serves, The Moment of Victory, The Head-Hunter, No Story, The Higher Pragmatism, Best-Seller, Rus in Urbe, A Poor Rule.