Louisa May Alcott
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Considered the second book in the «Little Women» trilogy, «Little Men» is Louisa May Alcott's classic novel that tells the story of Jo Bhaer who along with her husband, Professor Bhaer runs the Plumfield Estate School. The novel details the lives of the two and the children that attend the school. In the tradition of «Little Women», the experiences of the youngsters exemplify important life lessons as they learn to grow into proper young gentleman and ladies.
Eight Cousins
"Eight Cousins" is Louisa May Alcott's classic children's tale. It is the story of Rose Campbell who when her father dies is left orphaned and must go to live with her six Aunts and seven cousins. «Eight Cousins» is a young girl's story to overcome the sadness of the loss of her father and the hardship of adapting to a new environment following that loss. «Eight Cousins» is one of Alcott's most loved tales and can be enjoyed by readers both young and old alike.
Work: A Story of Experience
First published in 1873, Alcott's semi-autobiographical novel follows the life experiences of Christie Devon, which begin before and conclude after the American Civil War. An enthusiastic, well-rounded, and independently-minded young woman, she sets out from her uncle's house determined to find meaningful work and a sense of self-fulfillment. The series of jobs she performs, from alternately being a maid, an actress, and a governess, to being a companion and later a seamstress, gently convey moral lessons, social duties, and a strong sense of feminine determination. Perhaps even more important are the people she meets along the way, including the runaway slave Hepsey, the 'fallen' Rachel, the domestic Cynthy, and the floriculturist David, all of whom ultimately convey to a modern woman the quiet essentiality of interdependence in the pursuit of happiness in life.
Behind a Mask and Other Thrillers
Louisa May Alcott (1832-1888) was a true American novelist, passionate abolitionist and supporter of women's suffrage. Her foremost novel, «Little Woman», is beloved by readers who enjoy Alcott's sentimental style. Daughter of noted transcendentalist, reformer and educator, Bronson Alcott, she was influenced by such well known figures as Henry David Thoreau, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Nathaniel Hawthorne and Margaret Fuller. This collection of short narratives features strong women with quick tongues and sharper wits: «Behind a Mask or A Woman's Power» explores the deception and betrayal of Victorian England through the eyes of the strong, intelligent Jean Muir; «Pauline's Passion and Punishment,» is a psychological thriller of sorts, featuring a protagonist who is unyielding in her pursuit of revenge; «The Mysterious Key and What it Opened» tells the haunting tale of a rich man's family after his mysterious death; and «The Abbot's Ghost or Maurie Treherne's Temptation,» is a romantic story infused with action, holiday cheer, and supernatural thrills.
Rose in Bloom
In this sequel to «Eight Cousins» we find the title character Rose returning from a two year trip traveling the world. Rose, a wealthy woman, finds herself the object of many suitors, but how can she tell who loves her for her and who loves her for her money? A delightful coming of age story, «Rose in Bloom» will delight readers both young and old.
Rose in Bloom
First published in 1876, Louisa May Alcott’s “Rose in Bloom” is the sequel to her 1875 novel, “Eight Cousins”, and continues to follow the life of orphaned Rose Campbell and her numerous relatives. In “Rose in Bloom” the reader reunites with Rose, newly grown-up and returning from a two-year trip traveling in Europe. Rose, a wealthy heiress, finds herself the object of many suitors and struggles to know who loves her for herself and who seeks her fortune. Her own aunts and cousins have ambitions for her money as well and Rose must use both her wits and her heart to navigate these difficult situations. Drawing on the wisdom and lessons of Uncle Alec, her prudent and protective guardian, Rose demonstrates her maturity and good sense in rejecting the pursuit of her dissolute and impulsive cousin Charlie. Both Rose and her close friend and former maid Phebe eventually find the happy endings they seek with honorable and devoted men who are worthy of the love of these kind and virtuous young ladies. A delightful and heartwarming coming of age story, “Rose in Bloom” continues to engage readers both young and old. This edition includes a biographical afterword.
An Old-Fashioned Girl
First published in 1869, “An Old-Fashioned Girl” is the charming novel of a young country girl learning to navigate sophisticated city-life by celebrated American author Louisa May Alcott. Appearing a year after the publication of her most famous work, “Little Women”, Alcott’s “An Old-Fashioned Girl” centers around the contrast between the title character, the country girl Polly Milton, and her wealthy friend from the city, Fanny Shaw. Polly goes to visit the Shaw family for the first time at age 14 and is shocked by their fancy clothes, urban lifestyle, and questionable morals. They, in turn, are amused by Polly’s simple dress and seemingly strange behavior. Before long however, the Shaw family is won over by her warmth, kindness, and wholesome values. Polly continues her visits for many years and is able to help Fanny, her brother Tom, and the rest of the Shaw family to become better people and to recognize what truly matters in life. “An Old-Fashioned Girl” is a warm-hearted and satisfying novel featuring interesting and sympathetic characters that readers both young and old will enjoy getting to know. This edition includes a biographical afterword.
Jo's Boys
First published in 1886, “Jo’s Boys”, is considered the final book in the unofficial “Little Women” trilogy by author Louisa May Alcott. “Jo’s Boys” is chiefly concerned with the lives of the Plumfield boys, who were introduced in Alcott’s “Little Men”. “Jo’s Boys”, which takes place ten years after the events of “Little Men”, is a classic coming of age story for all of the characters and an entertaining glimpse into the different paths their lives end up taking. Alcott’s endearing characters deal with the challenges of growing up, finding careers, and falling in love. Emil becomes a sailor and performs heroic acts to save his fellow shipmates, Dan travels across the country in search of his fortune, Nat becomes a musician and travels abroad, Josie discovers her acting talent, Nan becomes dedicated to her medical career, and Jo herself remains a steadfast source of support and guidance to all she holds dear. A heartwarming and classic tale, “Jo’s Boys” will delight readers of all ages who wish to spend more time with Alcott’s beloved characters. This edition includes a biographical afterword.
Eight Cousins
“Eight Cousins” is Louisa May Alcott’s classic children’s tale first published in 1875. It is the story of Rose Campbell, who is thirteen when her wealthy father dies. Rose has been motherless from a young age and has had very little contact with her extended family when she finds herself orphaned. A pretty and sweet girl she is suddenly in the care of her great-aunts, her father’s six brothers, their wives, and her seven male cousins. Rose must learn to find her place as a young lady and heiress in this new and often overwhelming world. “Eight Cousins” is full of the practical, healthy, and wholesome advice and wisdom that readers expect from Alcott and her timeless novels of young girls growing into independent, thoughtful, and respectable ladies. Rose’s story is also a touching and heartwarming glimpse of her struggle to overcome the sadness of the loss of her father and the hardship of adapting to a new environment following that loss. “Eight Cousins” is one of Alcott’s most loved tales which can be enjoyed by readers both young and old alike. This edition includes a biographical afterword.
Little Men (Illustrated by Reginald Birch)
First published in 1871, “Little Men” or “Life at Plumfield with Jo’s Boys” is considered the second book in the unofficial “Little Women” trilogy by author Louisa May Alcott. “Little Men” follows the adventures of Alcott’s beloved character Jo March and her husband, Professor Fredreich Bhaer, as they run their Plumfield Estate School. As to be expected, Jo and her husband do not run their school along conventional lines and they encourage their students to have pets, gardens, and even weekly pillow fights. The novel details six months in the daily lives and struggles of the Bhaers and their children, family, friends, and the pupils that attend the school. Jo’s characteristic intelligence, good humor, and playful spirit help both her students as well as her sister Meg’s children navigate the pitfalls and challenges of becoming adults. The experiences of the youngsters as they make mistakes and are guided by caring and pragmatic adults exemplify important life lessons and help them grow into proper young gentleman and ladies. The same love of family, sense of charity and industry, good humor, kindness, and generosity that made “Little Women” such an enduring classic may be found in this heartwarming tale as well. This edition is illustrated by Reginald Birch and includes a biographical afterword.