The Troubadour Podcast

O. Henry's The Proof of the Pudding

Jan 19, 2019
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O. Henry
An analysis of O. Henry's language play in a whimsical tale involving an editor, a struggling writer, and the writer's wife. It explores the clash of artistic ideologies between sophisticated language and authentic vocabulary, culminating in a vibrant dance celebration and a deceptive scheme.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
Exploring O. Henry's Language Play
02:18 • 5min
3
Spring's Arrival and Reflections
07:10 • 18min
4
Deception Unveiled
25:21 • 5min
5
Vibrant Dance Celebration
30:18 • 3min
6
Exploration of Contrasting Artistic Ideologies in Writing
33:22 • 6min