{"product_id":"the-ransom-of-red-chief-o-henry-9781806680016","title":"The Ransom of Red Chief: A Hilarious Tale of Kidnapping Gone Wrong - Mischief, Irony \u0026 Unexpected Consequences (Deluxe Hardbound Edition)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat if the kid you kidnapped turned out to be your worst nightmare?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eThe Ransom of Red Chief\u003c\/em\u003e, O. Henry transforms a simple crime story into a side-splitting comedy of errors. When two amateur criminals, Sam and Bill, concoct a plan to abduct a young boy and demand two thousand dollars in ransom, they expect a quick payout and an easy getaway. But nothing goes as planned.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \"victim,\" a wild, imaginative boy who calls himself \"Red Chief,\" is not frightened by his captors - in fact, he enjoys his role a little too much. He treats the entire ordeal like an elaborate game, turning the tables on his kidnappers with relentless energy and absurd demands.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs their situation spirals out of control, Sam and Bill begin to wonder if paying the boy's father to take him back might be their only way out.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA brilliant satire on overconfidence and misjudgment, \u003cem\u003eThe Ransom of Red Chief\u003c\/em\u003e showcases O. Henry's mastery of irony and comedic storytelling. This modern edition retains the charm of the original while updating the language for today's reader - making it the perfect introduction to one of America's greatest short story writers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You'll Discover in This Modern Translation: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- A Brilliantly Ironic Crime Comedy - Watch a kidnapping plan unravel into chaos\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- One of O. Henry's Funniest Tales - Packed with sharp wit and unexpected reversals\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- A Portrait of Misjudgment and Humbling Consequences - See how the best-laid schemes can go hilariously wrong\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- A Modern, Accessible Translation - Retains the humor and style while enhancing readability\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- A Perfect Short Read - Ideal for readers who enjoy humor, mischief, and fast-paced storytelling\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Ransom of Red Chief\u003c\/em\u003e is a timeless reminder that sometimes, the tables turn in ways no one expects-and the joke's on the criminals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e O. Henry,Tim Zengerink\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1806680017\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781806680016\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Library of Alexandria\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 10\/06\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 46\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.37lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.00h x 5.00w x 0.25d","brand":"O. Henry","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":48217889014015,"sku":"9781806680016","price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_d0142c34-4a5b-4868-aa5f-4ba676488931.jpg?v=1772000098","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-ransom-of-red-chief-o-henry-9781806680016","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}