Louisa May Alcott

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Louisa May Alcott offers insight into the life, experiences, and literary journey of the author herself. This book blends autobiographical reflections and fictional narratives, providing a nuanced portrayal of her world, the influences behind her celebrated works, and her views on the broader social and cultural issues of her time. It's a fascinating exploration of both Alcott’s personal and creative development.
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You might enjoy this book if you have an interest in classic literature and wish to explore the world of the 19th century through the gentle and insightful storytelling of Louisa May Alcott. Her works often delve into themes of family, morality, and personal growth, making it appealing to those who appreciate timeless narratives and rich character development.

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Louisa May Alcott

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After the success of her beloved masterpiece Little Women, Louisa May Alcott brought her genius for characterisation and eye for detail to a series of revolutionary novels and stories that are remarkable in their forthright assertion of women's rights.

This second volume of The Library of America’s Alcott edition gathers these works for the first time, revealing a fascinating and inspiring dimension of a classic American writer.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781598533064

Publisher: The Library of America

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 28 August 2014

Country: United States

Imprint: The Library of America

Contributors:

  • Edited by Susan Cheever

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 132.0mm

Height: 206.0mm

Weight: 763g

Pages: 900

About the Author

Susan Cheever is the author of five novels and eight works of nonfiction, including Louisa May Alcott- A Personal Biography (2011) and American Bloomsbury- Louisa May Alcott, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Margaret Fuller, Nathaniel Hawthorne and Henry David Thoreau (2006). She serves as a director of the Yaddo Corporation, and teaches at the Bennington College MFA Program and the New School.

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