Strictly Business: More Stories of the Four Million (1910) is a short story collection by celebrated American writer O. Henry, a sequel to his beloved The Four Million. Continuing his affectionate portrait of New York City's ordinary citizens, the collection delivers masterful tales of clerks, shop girls, con men, and dreamers navigating life, love, and commerce. With his signature wit, warmth, and ironic twists, O. Henry transforms everyday struggles into moments of surprising revelation. Stories like "Strictly Business," "While the Auto Waits," and "One Thousand Dollars" showcase his genius for blending sentiment, satire, and unforgettable surprise endings.
