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"The Lady Higher Up" is a short story by O. Henry that explores themes of social class, romance, and the unexpected twists of fate. Set in a bustling urban environment, the narrative follows a charming but somewhat aimless young man who encounters a mysterious woman of higher social standing. As their paths cross, witty dialogue and O. Henry's signature twist culminate in a surprising revelation that underscores the complexities of love and status. The story blends humor and poignancy, reflecting the author's keen observations of human nature and societal norms.

• Short story

								


The golden statue veered in the changing breeze, menacing many points
on the horizon with its aureate arrow.

“So long, Aunt Liberty,” sweetly called Diana of the Tower. “Some
night, when the wind’s right. I’ll call you up again. But—say! you
haven’t got such a fierce kick coming about your job. I’ve kept a
pretty good watch on the island of Manhattan since I’ve been up here.
That’s a pretty sick-looking bunch of liberty chasers they dump down at
your end of it; but they don’t all stay that way. Every little while up
here I see guys signing checks and voting the right ticket, and
encouraging the arts and taking a bath every morning, that was shoved
ashore by a dock labourer born in the United States who never earned
over forty dollars a month. Don’t run down your job, Aunt Liberty;
you’re all right, all right.”
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