![]() ![]() 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. 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. ![]()
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