Read the full text of the classic Christmas story "The Gift of the Magi" by O Henry.

Biographical information about Leonardo da Vinci, along with brief discussions of his style and famous works. Includes fast-loading reproductions of many of Leonardo's most famous works, including "The Last Supper," the "Mona Lisa," "The...

This site features the author O. Henry including a biography and the full text of 123 short stories including "The Gift of the Magi" and The Skylight Room."

Read an essay by Joyce Carol Oates on Sylvia Plath and her poetry. Topics in this essay include: tragedy, cultural significance, and lyrical poetry. Some of the following Plath works are mentioned in this essay: "Narcissi", "Three...

Following a reading of O. Henry's "Gift of the Magi," students write an expository essay based on the connotative definition of "gift." The essay is then presented as a holiday gift. The lesson can be adapted to a variety of occasions...

An image of "Adoration of the Magi", created by Geertgen Tot Sint Jans from 1480-85 (Panel, 111 x 69 cm).

An image of "Adoration of the Magi", created by Andrea Mantegna from 1495-1505 (Distemper on convas, 49 x 66 cm).

An image of "The Adoration of the Magi", created by Fiorenzo Di Lorenzo, c. 1490 (Tempera on panel, 151 x 209 cm).

Have you ever heard of O.Henry and his Texas tales? Use this informative resource featuring links to lesson plans, teaching ideas, biographical information and more.

In-depth analysis of a preparatory study for "Adoration of the Magi," an unfinished masterwork by Leonardo da Vinci, conveys the essential qualities of his genius.

An image of "Adoration of the Magi", created by Nicola Pisano in 1260 (Marble, 85 x 113 cm).

An image of "Adoration of the Magi", created by Giovanni Pisano in 1301 (Marble, 84 x 102 cm).

An image of "Adoration of the Magi", created by Gentile Da Fabriano in 1423 (Tempera on wood, 300 x 282 cm).

An image of "Adoration of the Magi", created by Gentile Da Fabriano in 1423 (Tempera on wood, 300 x 282 cm).

An image of "Adoration of the Magi", created by Gentile Da Fabriano in 1423 (Tempera on wood, 300 x 282 cm).

An image of "Adoration of the Magi", created by Master Francke in 1424 (Tempera on oak, 99 x 89,3 cm).

An image of "Adoration of the Magi", created by Masaccio in 1426 (Tempera on poplar, 21 x 61 cm).

An image of "Adoration of the Magi", created by Stefano Da Zevio in 1435 (Tempera on panel, 72 x 47 cm).

An image of "Th Adoration of the Magi", created by Hans Multscher in 1437 (Panel, 148 x 140 cm).

An image of "Adoration of the Magi", created by Michele Di Michele Ciampanti in 1470 (Tempera on wood, 54 x 39 cm).

An image of "Adoration of the Magi (from the predella of the Roverella Polyptych)", created by Cosme Tura in 1474 (Tempera on wood, diameter 38 cm).

An image of "Adoration of the Magi", created by Domenico Ghirlandaio in 1487 (Tempera on wood, diameter: 171 cm).

An image of "Adoration of the Magi", created by Domenico Ghirlandaio in 1488 (Tempera on wood, 285 x 240 cm).

An image of "Adoration of the Magi", created by Filippino Lippi in 1496 (Oil on wood, 258 x 243 cm).