Little Women (The Illustrated Children's Library) (Hardcover)

by Louisa May Alcott (Author) "CHRISTMAS won't be Christmas without any presents," grumbled Jo, lying on the rug..." (more)
Key Phrases: falling summer rain, Aunt March, Miss March, Miss Kate (more...)

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"The American female myth."
?Madelon Bedell


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"The American female myth."
—Madelon Bedell


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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9-12
  
• Hardcover: 400 pages
• Publisher: Gramercy (September 3, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0517221160
• ISBN-13: 978-0517221167
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 7.4 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #284,323 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must read for adolescents and adults (again!), August 21, 2003

By	"twiggytx1" (Galveston, TX United States) - See all my reviews

I have just re-read "Little Women" and found it even more intriguing then the first time I read it as a preteen. As I enter my 40s, I am thoroughly enjoying reading the books that kept me enthralled endless nights. I hope that the person who left the bad review does not give up on the "classics", and that they will find one that sticks with them forever. There really are some that follow a more predictable path and have that happy ending s/he is looking for. I plan on introducing this edition to my soon to be eight year old as she explores the new world of reading.

11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Five stars are not enough, August 31, 2005

By	S. Lloyd - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I read Little Women when I was a Little Woman. I just recently decided to buy it for my daughter and read it again. What a classic! This is a must for anyone's reading list both male and female. The story chronicles the March family, in particular one of the daughters, Josephine March. It is a story of hope and love. This is not a love story of romance, but one of tender, unconditional love that exists in a family of a mother, father and four very different daughters. There are moral lessons throughout the book that are refreshing and the character of all the girls comes through vividly. Alcott does a wonderful job devloping the different personalities of her characters. There are lessons for young people written between the lines on strength, wisdom, love, patience and quiet service. Boys and girls alike will benefit from the examples of polished and refined manners. A beautifully wirtten story that well deserves the label of a Classic.
Just a note about this particular copy--We like to buy classics that are nicely bound and not cheap looking. I was a little hesitant to buy this online. I was pleasantly surprised when it came in the mail. It is nicely bound. The cover is hardcover cloth. The pages are not great quality but are sturdy and seem "old fashioned". It was a great value for the money and as well, looks good on the shelf. I am expecting it to hold up to lots of readings!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Writing, November 25, 2003

By	Cathy Walter (Morgantown, wv, usa) - See all my reviews

This book is fantastic. I first read it in fifth grade and it still brings tears to my eyes and a smile to my face every time I read it. It stars the March sisters; Jo a tom boy writer who scribbles away and is a strong willed free spirit, while Beth is a sweet girl who never says a mean word to anyone, Meg is the motherly oldest and Amy is the childish youngest who must be surrounded by pretty things. It is a very touching story where four young girls become young ladies and their interactions with eachother and society. It is an utterly splendid story :)