THE REFLECTION OF NATIONAL AND CULTURAL PERSPECTIVES IN “THE GIFT OF MAGI” BY O’ HENRY
Keywords:
O. Henry, national culture, American values, selflessness, sacrifice, “The Gift of the Magi,” cultural reflection.Abstract
This article explores how O. Henry’s stories, particularly “The Gift of the Magi,” encapsulate national cultural values and traditions, such as selflessness, modesty, and deep interpersonal connections. Through a narrative lens, O. Henry portrays the American ideals of love and sacrifice while highlighting universal human experiences.
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