Henry paints a masterly portrait of unfaltering love, a haven from the harsh world outside. Set in New York at the turn of the twentieth century, this classic piece of American literature tells the story of a young couple and the value of love. 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. Jim, meanwhile, has made a sacrifice for Della that is no less difficult. A gift worthy of her devotion will require a great sacrifice: selling her long, beautiful hair. One dollar and eighty-seven cents is all the money she has in the world. 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. Henry's classic tale of the wisest gifts of Christmas is itself a gift to share and treasure.
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