The Gift of the Magi by O. Henry | A Timeless Christmas Story

Описание: I'm Mike - this is Riff Raff's Reading Renaissance. Welcome! In this video, I read aloud one of the most beloved short stories ever written: “The Gift of the Magi” by O. Henry — a timeless classic Christmas story about love, sacrifice, and generosity. At this reflective, seasonal time of year, I wanted to do something a little different.

Drawn from 100 Selected Stories of O. Henry, this classic tale of Jim and Della remains as moving today as it was when first published in 1905. If you’re interested in short stories, classic literature, Christmas reading, or simply a quiet literary moment during the holidays, I hope you’ll enjoy this reading.

This video is part of my ongoing effort to read more short fiction and to explore how powerful stories don’t always need hundreds of pages to leave a lasting impression.

Whether you’re celebrating Christmas, enjoying the quieter days at the end of the year, or simply looking for a beautiful literary experience, I hope this reading brings you a moment of calm and warmth.

QUESTION:
What’s your favorite Christmas short story? I'd love to hear in the comments.

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This video is perfect for:
📖 Lovers of classic literature
🎄 Seasonal and Christmas reading
📚 Short story enthusiasts
🎧 Relaxed listening and reflective holiday moments

📚 Author: O. Henry
🎄 Story: The Gift of the Magi
📖 Genre: Classic short story / Christmas literature

Timestamps
00:00 Introduction & Seasonal Greeting
00:45 Introducing O. Henry & The Gift of the Magi
01:05 Story Begins
07:52 Jim Comes Home
10:48 The Christmas Gifts Revealed
12:59 The Meaning of the Magi
13:49 Closing Thoughts

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