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Little women, or, Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy. By Louisa May Alcott, with illustrations by May Alcott. Comprised of the adventures of four sisters, Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy as they grow into young womanhood in mid-nineteenth century New England. Written and set in the Alcott family home, Orchard House, in Concord, Massachusetts. 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. Reproduction of 1868 First Edition. ... Read more

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Louisa May Alcott (November 29, 1832 - March 6, 1888) was an American novelist. She is best known for the novel Little Women, published in 1868. This novel is loosely based on her childhood experiences with her three sisters. ... Read more

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from the PREFACE:

There is a sort of fate about writing books of travel which it is impossible to escape. It is vain to declare that no inducement will bribe one to do it, that there is nothing new to tell, and that nobody wants to read the worn-out story: sooner or later the deed is done, and not till the book is safely shelved does peace descend upon the victim of this mysterious doom.

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Amazing
This is the most amazing book I have ever seen! It defies description! Thetitle is so unique! ... Read more

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Meg, Jo, Amy and Beth are four young women enduring hardships and sharing adventures in Civil War New England. As they progress towards womanhood, the four very different characters strive to achieve their personal ambitions in love, in work and in family life. Each learns important lessons. ... Read more

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Originally published in 1895.This volume from the Cornell University Library's print collections was scanned on an APT BookScan and converted to JPG 2000 format by Kirtas Technologies.All titles scanned cover to cover and pages may include marks notations and other marginalia present in the original volume. ... Read more

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Stories featured on this wonderful collection include: "Old Cornille's Secret" by Alphonse Daudet read by Stephen Fry; "The Violet Car" by E.E. Nesbitt read by Harriet Walter; "The Purloined Letter" by Edgar Allan Poe read by Edward Hardwicke; "The Clock that Went Backward" by Edward Page Mitchell read by Nicky Henson; "The Homes of the Stars" by F. Scott Fitzgerald read by Kerry Shale; "The Mystery of the Sleeping Car Express" by Freeman Wills Crofts read by Patrick Malahide; "The Werewolf" by Frederick Marryat read by Robin Bailey; "Which Make Them Remember" by Jack London read by Brian Cox; "On Being in Love" by Jerome K. Jerome read by Hugh Laurie; "A Double Tragedy" by Louisa May Alcott read by Derek Jacobi; "Martin's Close" by M.R. James read by Patrick Malahide; "The Mouse" by Saki read by Barbara Leigh-Hunt; and, "The Son's Veto" by Thomas Hardy read by Joanna David. ... Read more

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A solid collection of Alcott's stories
The Dover Thrift Edition of "Short Stories" by Louisa May Alcott contains 5 pieces: "Obtaining Supplies," "A Night," "My Contraband," "Happy Women," and "How I Went Out to Service."The book includes a brief introductory note on the life and career of Alcott.

The first two stories are from Alcott's "Hospital Sketches"; together with the third story, they deal with protagonists who work as nurses for Civil War soldiers."My Contraband" has as a key theme the legacy of slavery."Happy Women" is more of a sketch celebrating single women, and the final piece tells the "serio-comico experience" of a young woman who goes to work as a domestic companion.

I read this book shortly after reading Alcott's novel "The Inheritance," written when she was only 17; that simple but charming work makes for a fascinating contrast with the polished maturity of the pieces in this volume.Overall, this collection shows Alcott's wit, humor, compassion for humanity, attentive eye, and particular concern for women's issues.This short (55 + vii pages) book is a wonderful collection by one of the most remarkable figures in American literature.

Earlyshort stories still show great talent.
Even though Miss Alcott didn't have as much writing experience when she wrote these short stories, they are still a wonderful read. The first two stories are from 'Hospital Sketches'and are wonderful. "A Night" is a gripping acount based on her experience as a Civil War nurse. In the story a nurse is staying up all night with a dying soldier. The story is beautiful. "My Contraband" is a sad tale of how the war and slavery tore apart families. The last two stories are an enjoyable read also. Hey, for 90 cents this book is more than worth the price. If you like Louisa May Alcott, you won't be dissapointed with these stories, so give this book a try.

A charming array of little stories
Many of these brief but captivating stories are lovely, but one in particular captured my interest, and that was about the secret lives of silverware.There are other nonsensical but entertaining stories in thisvolume, all of which are perfect to read aloud to young children.The factthat these are lesser known makes it an all the more intriguing addition toyour library.Simply enchanting! ... Read more

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This is the sequel to Little Women and Little Men.... ... Read more