Whichever sister you are drawn to, be it sensible, romantic Meg or sweet, sunshiny Beth, whether you are burning with ambition like Jo, or share with Amy the wish for a more beautiful nose, the March girls are all irresistible, and will go on winning hearts and capturing imaginations for the next 150 years to come. Little Women (Hardcover) Product Details.

Simple, true, and keenly resonant with life, spirit and affection, Little Women did succeed, delighting readers across the world, and it has never been out of print since its first publication in 1868. She drew on her own experiences and those of her impoverished New England family in writing her new novel, and declared, when she was finished, that it was better than she expected: 'Not a bit sensational, but simple and true, for we really lived most of it, and if it succeeds that will be the reason of it.'

Knowing that, contrary to society’s expectations, girls often had to be brave, resourceful and bold, that the private lives of girls were colourful and surprising, Alcott wrote a book in which girls would recognise themselves. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.One hundred and fifty years ago, at the request of her publisher, Louisa May Alcott sat down reluctantly to write 'a girls' book'. It is the story of four sisters-Jo, Meg, Amy and Beth- and of the courage, humor and ingenuity they display to survive poverty and the absence of their father during the Civil War. Little Women is the heartwarming story of the March family that has thrilled generations of readers. If you enjoyed Little Women you might like Elizabeth Gaskell's Wives and Daughters, also available in Penguin Classics. This edition also includes notes on the text by Siobhan Kilfeather and Vinca Showalter. In her enlightening, thoughtful introduction, Elaine Showalter discusses Louisa May Alcott's influences, and her aspirations for Little Women, as well as the impact the novel has had on such women writers as Joyce Carol Oates and Cynthia Ozick. In this simple, enthralling tale, both parts of which are included here, Louisa May Alcott has created four of American literature's most beloved women. Future writers have found inspiration in Jo's devotion to her writing. Readers have rooted for Laurie in his pursuit of Jo's hand, cried over little Beth's death, and dreamed of travelling through Europe with old Aunt March and Amy. Enduring hardships and enjoying adventures in Civil War New England, the March sisters have been adored for generations. in the hardcover, these new editions of A Little Princess are must-haves for. God's Little Devotional Book for Women Cook, David C Published by David C. Your little princess can have the sweetest of birthdays with our Disney. Possible clean ex-library copy, with their stickers and or stamp (s). A catalog record for this book is available from the British Library. At Storiarts were often asked where to get. Very minimal writing or notations in margins not affecting the text. This beautiful hardcover copy of Little Women by Louisa May Alcott will add charm and color to your bookshelf.

The charming story of four 'little women' - Meg, Jo, Amy and Beth - and their wise and patient mother Marmee, was an instant success when first published in 1868. Light rubbing wear to cover, spine and page edges.

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