The Unconquerable book cover

The Unconquerable

"The Unconquerable" by O. Henry is a short story that centers on themes of resilience and the human spirit. The narrative follows a character who faces insurmountable challenges yet remains undeterred in their pursuit of hope and fulfillment. Through O. Henry's signature wit and poignant storytelling, the tale explores the interplay between adversity and the triumph of character, ultimately leaving readers with a sense of optimism in the face of hardship. The story exemplifies O. Henry's knack for capturing the complexities of human emotion and the unpredictable nature of life.


2 Views

Submitted by davidb on February 24, 2025


								
A man may avoid the Nin-com-poop By flying fast and far. And even subdue the Scalawag By stratagems of war. And he even may dodge the Fly-up-the-Creek If he's lucky and does not fear; And sometimes conquer the powerful chump. Though the victory cost him dear. And a brave man may do up the Galoot, Though it be a terrible fight, But no man yet has escaped from the clutch Of the terrible Blatherskite.
Rate:0.0 / 0 votes

O. Henry

O. Henry, the pen name of William Sydney Porter, was an American short story writer born on September 11, 1862, in Greensboro, North Carolina. He is best known for his clever, twist-ending narratives that often explore themes of urban life and human nature. His stories are characterized by witty dialogue, rich character development, and a keen observation of everyday life, illustrating the irony and complexity of human emotions. O. Henry's work has had a lasting impact on the short story genre, and he remains a beloved figure in American literature, with classic tales like "The Gift of the Magi" and "The Ransom of Red Chief" highlighting his unique storytelling style. He passed away on June 5, 1910. more…

All O. Henry books

0 fans

Discuss this The Unconquerable book with the community:

0 Comments

    Translation

    Translate and read this book in other languages:

    Select another language:

    • - Select -
    • 简体中文 (Chinese - Simplified)
    • 繁體中文 (Chinese - Traditional)
    • Español (Spanish)
    • Esperanto (Esperanto)
    • 日本語 (Japanese)
    • Português (Portuguese)
    • Deutsch (German)
    • العربية (Arabic)
    • Français (French)
    • Русский (Russian)
    • ಕನ್ನಡ (Kannada)
    • 한국어 (Korean)
    • עברית (Hebrew)
    • Gaeilge (Irish)
    • Українська (Ukrainian)
    • اردو (Urdu)
    • Magyar (Hungarian)
    • मानक हिन्दी (Hindi)
    • Indonesia (Indonesian)
    • Italiano (Italian)
    • தமிழ் (Tamil)
    • Türkçe (Turkish)
    • తెలుగు (Telugu)
    • ภาษาไทย (Thai)
    • Tiếng Việt (Vietnamese)
    • Čeština (Czech)
    • Polski (Polish)
    • Bahasa Indonesia (Indonesian)
    • Românește (Romanian)
    • Nederlands (Dutch)
    • Ελληνικά (Greek)
    • Latinum (Latin)
    • Svenska (Swedish)
    • Dansk (Danish)
    • Suomi (Finnish)
    • فارسی (Persian)
    • ייִדיש (Yiddish)
    • հայերեն (Armenian)
    • Norsk (Norwegian)
    • English (English)

    Citation

    Use the citation below to add this book to your bibliography:

    Style:MLAChicagoAPA

    "The Unconquerable Books." Literature.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2025. Web. 9 Mar. 2025. <https://www.literature.com/book/the_unconquerable_5669>.

    We need you!

    Help us build the largest authors community and books collection on the web!

    Spring 2025

    Writing Contest

    Join our short stories contest for an opportunity to win cash prizes and attain global acclaim for your talent.
    2
    months
    22
    days
    12
    hours

    Our favorite collection of

    Famous Authors

    »

    Quiz

    Are you a literary expert?

    »
    Who wrote "Brave New World"?
    A George Orwell
    B H.G. Wells
    C Ray Bradbury
    D Aldous Huxley