Summary of The Last Leaf by O.Henry
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The Last Leaf by O. Henry: Summary & Analysis -
Johnsy contracts pneumonia, or 'Mr. Pneumonia,' as O. Henry personifies the disease, and it appears that she will die. Johnsy expects to die when the last leaf falls from the tree outside her window. However, Mr. Behrman paints the last leaf onto her tree, understanding that this act might cause Johnsy to recover.
Johnsy contracts pneumonia, or 'Mr. Pneumonia,' as O. Henry personifies the disease, and it appears that she will die. Johnsy expects to die when the last leaf falls from the tree outside her window. However, Mr. Behrman paints the last leaf onto her tree, understanding that this act might cause Johnsy to recover.
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Two friends Sue and Johnsy live together in a rented appartment. Johnsy contracts pneumonia and loses her desire to live. She announces that she would die when the last leaf fell off the ivy creeper that could be seen from the room’s window. When the last leaf falls off, their neighbour, Mr Behrman goes out in the storm to paint one. This gives hope to Johnsy. On the other hand, Mr Behrman contracts pneumonia and dies...
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