The Gift of the Magi

O. Henry's classic tale of the wisest gifts of Christmas, brought to life by P.J. Lynch's extraordinary art, is itself a gift to share and treasure.

In a shabby New York flat, Della sobs as she counts the few coins she has saved to buy a Christmas present for her husband, Jim. A gift worthy of her devotion will require a great sacrifice: selling her long, beautiful hair. Jim, meanwhile, has made a sacrifice for Della that is no less difficult. As they exchange gifts on Christmas Eve, the discovery of what each has done fills them with despair, until they realize that the true gifts of Christmas can be found more readily in their humble apartment than in any fine store. O. Henry paints a masterly portrait of unfaltering love, a haven from the harsh world outside. The poignancy of his story is captured in P.J. Lynch's eloquent art, wherein every glance, every gesture, tells a subtle truth.

Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Candlewick Press (MA)
Published: 09/09/2008
ISBN: 9780763635305
Pages: 40
Weight: 0.75lbs
Size: 9.10h x 7.60w x 0.50d

Review Citations: School Library Journal 10/01/2008 pg. 94
Kirkus Review - Children 11/01/2008 pg. 1160
Kirkus Reviews 11/01/2008
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2009 - Recommended, Satisfactory

Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 7913 / Gift of the Magi
Reading Level: 6.2 / Interest Level: Upper Grade / Point Value: 0.5