The Redskin Chief

O. Henry (1862–1910) – world-renowned writer, recognized master of American short stories. Famous for his short stories, which are filled with subtle humor and bright unexpected twists. The story "The Redskin Chief" is a brilliant example of the humorous short story genre with an unexpected resolution, in which the author skillfully turns traditional notions of crime and punishment upside down. Two petty crooks from the backwater town of Summit decide to improve their situation by kidnapping the son of the richest townsman. However, the kidnapping victim, ten-year-old Johnny, perceives the events as the greatest adventure of his life. The book also includes the stories "The Chair of Philanthromathematics", "The Trust That Burst", "Entertainment of the Modern Village", and others.