The Caballero's Way by O. Henry
A young man from a wealthy family falls in love with a beautiful woman who is already engaged to be married. He becomes obsessed with winning her hand and sets out to prove himself worthy of her love by adopting the ways of a caballero, a Spanish gentleman.
By O. Henry · First published 1911 · Genre: Western, Romance, Adventure · 5,437 words
First lines
The Cisco Kid had killed six men in more or less fair scrimmages, had murdered twice as many (mostly Mexicans), and had winged a larger number whom he modestly forbore to count. Therefore a woman loved him.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: O. Henry
- Date: 1911 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Western, Romance, Adventure, Drama, Crime
- Length: 5,437 words
- Structure: 1 section, 89 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Western — The story is set in the American West and features themes of outlaws, lawmen, and the rugged landscape typical of Western narratives.
- Romance — The central plot revolves around the romantic relationship between the Cisco Kid and Tonia, highlighting themes of love and loyalty.
- Adventure — The narrative includes elements of action and danger, with the Cisco Kid's escapades and confrontations with law enforcement.
- Drama — The story explores emotional conflicts and moral dilemmas faced by the characters, particularly regarding love and violence.
Tags
Western Fiction · Short Story Collection · American Literature · Humor · Satire · Social Commentary · Gritty Realism · Outlaw Fiction · Cattle Ranching · Mexican-American Borderlands · Folklore · Mythology