Out Of Nazareth

Out of Nazareth is a novel by O. Henry, first published in 1902. The story is set in the small town of Nazareth, Texas, and follows the lives of several of its residents. The main character is a young man named Joel Chandler, who is something of a drifter, always moving from place to place in search of work. When he arrives in Nazareth, he finds a job at a local ranch and begins to settle into the community.As Joel gets to know the people of Nazareth, he becomes involved in their lives and their struggles. He befriends a young woman named Mary, who is engaged to a wealthy rancher but is secretly in love with Joel. He also becomes embroiled in a feud between two families, the Hales and the Snyders, which threatens to tear the town apart.Throughout the novel, O. Henry explores themes of love, loyalty, and the importance of community. He also uses his trademark wit and humor to create a vivid and engaging portrait of life in small-town Texas at the turn of the twentieth century.Overall, Out of Nazareth is a charming and entertaining novel that offers a unique glimpse into a bygone era. It is a must-read for fans of O. Henry's work and anyone interested in the history and culture of the American West.THIS 26 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Waifs and Strays: Twelve Stories, by O. Henry. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 141790125X.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.