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Classic coming of age tale during the Civil War era
The March sisters ; Meg is the pretty one, Jo the tomboy, Beth the shy one, and Amy the artist. Follow their adventures during the Civil War era as they learn the value of family tree, like, loyalty, and patience as taught to them by their beloved “Marmee.” Listen as the girls negotiate the trials of romance, Jo tries to be taken seriously as a writer, Amy pursues her artistic dreams, and Beth falls ill helping the poor in this Alcott Classic.
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it is a really nice novel. it is so excellent that i wish i could read it more. it was like i was witnessing the whole tale myself . it was a really nice experiance. we can learn so much from it.
Reader’s Rating: 5 / 5
Louisa May Alcott wrote many books, but “Small Women” retains a special place in the heart of American literature. Her warmly realistic tales, sense of comedy and tragedy, and insights into human scenery make the romance, humor and sweet tales of “Small Women” come alive.
The four March girls — practical Meg, rambunctious Jo, sweet Beth and childish artist Amy — live in genteel poverty with their mother Marmee; their father is away in the Civil War. Despite having small money, the girls keep their spirits up with writing, farming, homemade plays, and the occasional romp with wealthier pals. Their pal, “poor small rich boy” Laurie, joins in and becomes their adoptive brother, as the girls deal with Meg’s first romance, Beth’s life-threatening illness, and fears for their father’s safety.
The second half of the book opens with Meg’s wedding (if not to the man of her dreams, then to the man she likes). Things rapidly go awry after the wedding, when Laurie admits his right feelings to Jo — only to be rejected. Distraught, he leaves; Amy also leaves on a trip to Europe with a picky ancient relative. Despite the wear of Beth’s health, Jo makes her way into a job as a governess, seeking to place her treasured writing into print — and finds her destiny as well.
There’s a clearly autobiographical tone to “Small Women.” Not surprising — the March girls really are like the girls next door. Alcott wrote them with flaws and strengths, and their misadventures — like Amy’s embarrassing problem with her huge lobster — have the feeling of authenticity. How much of it is real? A passage late in the book describes Alcott — in the form of Jo — “scribbling” down the book itself, and getting it published because it feels so real and right.
Sure, usually classics are hard to read. But “Small Women” is mainly daunting because of its part; the actual tales flow nicely and smoothly. Don’t reflect it’s just a book for teenage girls, either — adults and boys can appreciate it as well. There’s something for everyone: drama, romance, humor, sad and pleased endings alike.
Alcott’s writing itself is nicely detailed. While certain items are no longer in common use (what IS a charabanc anyway?), Alcott’s tales themselves seem very fresh and could easily be seen in a modern home. And as nauseating as “heartwarming” tales sometimes are, these certainly qualify. Sometimes, especially in the beginning, Alcott is a bit too preachy and hamhanded. But her touch becomes defter as she writes on.
Jo is the quintessential tomboy, and the best character in the book: rough, gawky, fun-loving, offhand, with a like of literature and a mouth that is slightly too huge. Meg’s like of luxury adds a flaw to the “perfect small homemaker” image, and Beth just avoids being shown as too saintly. Amy is an annoying small brat throughout much of the first half of the book, but by her teens she’s nearly as excellent as Jo.
“Small Women” is one of persons rare classic novels that is still significant, amusing, fresh and heartbreaking today. Louisa May Alcott’s best-known novel is a magnificent achievement.
Reader’s Rating: 5 / 5
The book is a classic and the fee was unbeatable. If you’re looking for a honestly simple read with fundamentals of propriety, like, and fun then this would be a fantastic book for you. I’d especailly recommend it to young women in the “tween” age group…but it’s fantastic for all ages.
Reader’s Rating: 5 / 5
I like the novel and have been agreed several copies over the years, but I really bought this edition. I like the Barnes and Noble classics series! The text is highly readable and simple on the eyes (while maintaining elegance), and the covers are well bound and lovely for a paperback. Highly recommended!
Reader’s Rating: 5 / 5