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Little Women

V&A Collector's Edition
By Louisa May Alcott
Series: Puffin Classics
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Little Women by Louisa May Alcott is a heartwarming tale following the lives of the four March sisters—Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy—as they navigate the challenges of growing up during the Civil War era in New England. They face issues of family, love, and personal growth as they transition from childhood to womanhood. Each sister's unique personality and aspirations create a rich tapestry of experiences that celebrate resilience, sisterhood, and the pursuit of dreams.
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You might enjoy this classic tale if you appreciate stories of sisterhood, personal growth, and family dynamics set in a heartwarming 19th-century American backdrop. With its endearing characters facing the trials of coming of age, humour, and poignant moments, it's ideal for those who cherish timeless narratives about love and resilience.

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Little Women

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One of five special Puffin Classics created in collaboration with the V & A, featuring exquisite cover designs from their William Morris collection.

This new hardback edition is one of five special Puffin Classic editions created in partnership with the world-famous V & A Museum, with exquisite cover designs from their William Morris collection.

Little Women follows the lives of the March sisters:

Meg is the eldest and on the brink of love. Then there's tomboy Jo who longs to be a writer. Sweet-natured Beth always puts others first, and finally, there's Amy, the youngest and most precocious. Together they are the March sisters.

Even though money is short, times are tough, and their father is away at war, their infectious sense of fun sweeps everyone up in their adventures - including Laurie, the boy next door. Through sisterly squabbles, their happy times, and sad ones too, the sisters discover that growing up is sometimes very hard to do.

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Little Women is highly praised for its timeless narrative and character depth, capturing the growth and challenges of the March sisters. Readers admire its exploration of themes like family, ambition, and individuality, often noting its ability to resonate across generations. This classic's blend of warmth, humour, and genuine emotion continues to captivate audiences.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141385587

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 04 May 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Puffin Classics

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 29.0mm

Width: 137.0mm

Height: 186.0mm

Weight: 353g

Pages: 384

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Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Louisa May Alcott Most Popular Books of All Time Penguin Books Series: Puffin Classics

About the Author

Louisa May Alcott (1832-88) was brought up in Pennsylvania, USA. She turned to writing in order to supplement the family income and had many short stories published in magazines and newspapers. Then, in 1862, during the height of the American Civil War, Louisa went to Georgetown to work as a nurse, but she contracted typhoid. Out of her experiences she wrote Hospital Sketches (1864) which won wide acclaim, followed by an adult novel, Moods. She was reluctant to write a children's book but then realized that in herself and her three sisters she had the perfect models. The result was Little Women (1868) which became the earliest American children's novel to become a classic

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