Litle Woman (Classics)

This "Penguin Classics" Edition of Louisa May Alcott's Inspiring Tale of Sisterhood, "Little Women", is Edited With an Introduction by Elaine Showalter. the Charming Story of Four 'Little Women' - Meg, Jo, Amy and Beth - and Their Wise and Patient Mother Marmee, Was an Instant Success When First Published in 1868. Enduring Hardships and Enjoying Adventures in Civil War New England, the March Sisters Have Been Adored for Generations. Readers Have Rooted for Laurie in His Pursuit of Jo's Hand, Cried Over Little Beth's Death, and Dreamed of Travelling Through Europe With Old Aunt March and Amy. Future Writers Have Found Inspiration in Jo's Devotion to Her Writing. in This Simple, Enthralling Tale, Both Parts of Which Are Included Here, Louisa May Alcott Has Created Four of American Literature's Most Beloved Women. in Her Enlightening, Thoughtful Introduction, Elaine Showalter Discusses Louisa May Alcott's Influences, and Her Aspirations for "Little Women", As Well As the Impact the Novel