Book details
Little Women (100 Copy Limited Edition)
Description
Little Women follows the lives of four sisters - Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy March - detailing their passage from childhood to womanhood. The sisters live with their mother while their father fights in the American Civil War. The family, headed by their beloved mother Marmee, must struggle to make ends meet, with the help of their kind and wealthy neighbor, Mr. Laurence, and his high spirited grandson Laurie.Although Little Women was a novel for girls, it differed notably from the current writings for children, especially girls. The novel addressed three major themes: domesticity, work, and true love, all of them interdependent and each necessary to the achievement of its heroine's individual identity. Little Women has been read as a romance, a quest, a family drama that validates virtue over wealth, and as a means of escaping that life by women who knew its gender constraints only too well.This cloth-bound book includes a Victorian inspired dust-jacket, and is limited to 100 copies.
Age
13-18
Text complexity
expert
Length
436 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Timeless Themes: 'Little Women' explores universal themes such as love, family, personal growth, and the struggle for independence, which continue to resonate with readers of all ages and backgrounds.
- Inspirational Characters: The March sisters—Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy—each offer unique perspectives and qualities that inspire readers to be courageous, kind, creative, and true to themselves.
- Cultural Significance: As a classic piece of American literature, 'Little Women' provides insight into the societal norms and expectations of the 19th century, offering a window into the past and its influence on present-day gender roles and family dynamics.
- Collectible Edition: Owning the 'Little Women (100 Copy Limited Edition)' adds a sense of exclusivity and pride to your personal library, as it is a rare collector's item that celebrates the enduring legacy of Louisa May Alcott's work.