The text is a selection of story from the book. It is named Jimmy Valentine Reformation In my opinion, this text is quite easy to read and understand. And it has a deep idea of stroryrelling. You may know the author. William Sydney Porter (September 11, 1862 – June 5, 1910), better known by his pen name O. Henry, was an American writer known primarily for his short stories, though he also wrote poetry and non-fiction. His works include "The Gift of the Magi", "The Duplicity of Hargraves", and "The Ransom of Red Chief", as well as the novel Cabbages and Kings. Porter's stories are known for their naturalist observations, witty narration, and surprise endings. You can notice that the theme can be seen in epigraph, and the title and the plot of the story is extremely fascinating. The title links us to main subject, in other words what will happen in this story approximately. The title names “Jimmy Vallentien’s Reformation” The theme can be seen in the title. it allows to suggest what happened in the story approximately. This is about burglar, when he found out that his life went downhill. So in one moment, he decided to settle down and has a family. He cut off his past lifestyle. And started new ordinary life. But his past step by him, in the plot of story there was a moment when the main character has used his ex-abilities to help people. I think, it made us to think about this situation from other sides. The functional style of the text is belletristic literature. This style is characterized by the frequent use of epithets, metaphors and other expressive techniques. This allows you to reveal the plot of the work in more detail. So the setting, I guess, refers us to 19 centry in America, looks like something late western. and the atmospehere is very . O. Henry's short story "Jimmy Valentine's Reformation," the central message revolves around the themes of redemption, transformation, and the power of love. Jimmy Valentine is a safecracker who undergoes a significant change when he falls in love with Annabel Adams. His love for her inspires him to abandon his life of crime and seek a more honest path. The story illustrates that people can change and that love can be a powerful catalyst for personal growth and reformation. Additionally, the narrative highlights the idea that one's past does not have to define their future. Jimmy's decision to reform is a testament to the possibility of second chances and the impact of relationships on one's choices. Ultimately, the story suggests that redemption is attainable, and that love can lead to profound change in a person's life.
