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The Gift of the Magi

by O. Henry

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The Gift of the Magi

The quote about the couple's apartment in "The Gift of the Magi" highlights their modest living conditions, emphasizing the humble and financially constrained environment in which they live. This...

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The Gift of the Magi

The excerpt highlights the poverty of Jim and Della, underscoring their financial struggles. The broken letter box and electric button symbolize their current hardship and lack of resources,...

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