Louisa May Alcott

Siobhán Kilfeather

Vinca Showalter

Light Paperback (1 lb or less)

New Jersey

One of the best loved books of all time. Nominated as one of America’s best-loved novels by PBS’s The Great American Read Lovely Meg, talented Jo, frail Beth, spoiled Amy: these are hard lessons of poverty and of growing up in New England during the Civil War. Through their dreams, plays, pranks, letters, illnesses, and courtships, women of all ages have become a part of this remarkable family and have felt the deep sadness when Meg leaves the circle of sisters to be married at the end of Part I. Part II, chronicles Meg's joys and mishaps as a young wife and mother, Jo's struggle to become a writer, Beth's tragedy, and Amy's artistic pursuits and unexpected romance. Based on Louisa May Alcott's childhood, this lively portrait of nineteenth- century family life possesses a lasting vitality that has endeared it to generations of readers. For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.

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PangoBooks readers cherish this classic for its relatable characters, emotional depth, and nostalgic charm. They appreciate how the story follows the lives of the diverse March sisters, each with unique personalities and developmental arcs, making it a profound and engaging read. Readers admire how Louisa May Alcott's writing beautifully captures family bonds and the challenges of life, offering timeless lessons on love, gratitude, and resilience. Many find the book comforting and immersive, often evoking strong emotional responses such as laughter and tears, solidifying its status as a beloved favorite and an essential read for those new to classic literature.

Louisa Alcott

Hardcover (1 to 2 lbs)

Virginia

Great Classics for Children

The book was written and set in the Alcott family home, Orchard House, in Concord, Massachusetts. It was published in two volumes in 1868 and 1869. The novel follows the lives of four sisters—Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy March—and is loosely based on the author’s childhood experiences with her three sisters. The first volume was an immediate commercial and critical success.

Chronicles the humorous and sentimental fortunes of the four March sisters as they grow into young ladies and marry in nineteenth-century New England.

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