Little Women by Louisa May Alcott
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| Author | Alcott, Louisa May, 1832-1888 |
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| Title | Little Women |
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| Note | There is an improved illustrated edition of this title which may be viewed at eBook #37106 . |
| Note | Reading ease score: 77.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Summary | "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott is a novel written during the mid-19th century. The story revolves around the lives of the four March sisters—Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy—as they navigate the challenges of growing up in a time of hardship brought on by the Civil War, while balancing their dreams, ambitions, and family values. The narrative explores themes of poverty, sacrifice, and the strength of sisterly love, making it both a heartwarming and poignant read. The opening of the book introduces the March family in a time of struggle, particularly during the Christmas season when the girls lament their lack of presents due to their family's financial difficulties. They discuss their dreams and desires, which reveals their distinct personalities: Jo is spirited and tomboyish, Meg yearns for luxury, Beth is gentle and selfless, and Amy is creative and somewhat vain. The sisters are determined to bring joy to their mother, whom they affectionately call ‘Marmee,’ planning secret gifts for her that embody their love and thoughtfulness. This initial chapter sets up the foundation for a story rich with character development and the trials and joys of family life, drawing readers into the world of the March sisters and their heartfelt journey toward adulthood. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Autobiographical fiction |
| Subject | Young women -- Fiction |
| Subject | Sisters -- Fiction |
| Subject | Domestic fiction |
| Subject | Family life -- New England -- Fiction |
| Subject | New England -- Fiction |
| Subject | Bildungsromans |
| Subject | Mothers and daughters -- Fiction |
| Subject | March family (Fictitious characters) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 514 |
| Release Date | May 1, 1996 |
| Most Recently Updated | Nov 4, 2022 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 11027 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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