Louisa May Alcott

Louisa May Alcott was an American novelist best known for her beloved classic, "Little Women," which offers a heartfelt glimpse into the lives of the March sisters as they navigate the challenges of growing up during the Civil War era. Born on November 29, 1832, in Germantown, Pennsylvania, Alcott was raised in a family that championed education and reform, influencing her progressive views on women's rights and social issues. Her experiences and the vibrant characters she encountered in her own life fueled her storytelling, allowing her to craft narratives that resonate with readers of all ages.

Throughout her career, Alcott wrote numerous novels, short stories, and essays, often drawing from her personal experiences to bring authenticity to her work. Her writing reflects both a deep empathy for her characters and a keen observation of the world around her. Alcott’s legacy continues to inspire, encouraging us to explore themes of family, love, and the quest for independence. We invite you to delve into her remarkable collection of stories in the app, where you can discover the warmth and wisdom that have made her a cherished figure in literature.

Little Men (Version 4 Dramatic Reading)

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Little Men is the sequel to Louisa May Alcott's bestselling book Little Women. It opens as Jo March and her husband Fritz Bhaer begin a scho…

Under the Lilacs (version 2)

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Under the Lilacs is a tale of friendship and adventure from celebrated author Louisa May Alcott.When sisters Bab and Betty Moss decide to ha…

Eight Cousins (Version 3)

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Eight Cousins, or The Aunt-Hill was published in 1875 by American novelist Louisa May Alcott. It is the story of Rose Campbell, a lonely and…

Hospital Sketches

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Alcott in 1862 served as a nurse in Georgetown, D.C during the Civil War. She wrote home what she observed there. Those harrowing and someti…

Little Men (version 2)

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Little Men follows the life of Jo Bhaer and the students who live and learn at the Plumfield Estate School that she runs with her husband, P…

An Old-Fashioned Girl (version 2)

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Country-girl Polly Milton visits her fashionable cousins in the city, who make fun of her old-fashioned values. Will Polly adapt to city lif…

Spinning-Wheel Stories

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A group of stories-within-a-story, told in the classic Louisa May Alcott style."I've a little cold," said the old lady, "and …

Comic Tragedies

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Fans of Louisa May Alcott's Little Women will remember the elaborate plays which the March sisters loved to perform. This volume, published …

Silver Pitchers: and Independence, A Centennial Love Story

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Here are 9 engaging short stories from Louisa May Alcott (of Little Women fame), all period pieces, some of them somewhat autobiographical, …

Under the Lilacs (version 3, dramatic reading)

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When a raggedy boy from the circus limps into the lives of the Moss family, he is unlike any child they have ever met. With his devoted and …

Jack and Jill (Version 2 Dramatic Reading)

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When Jack and Jill tumble off their sled on the first good snow of the season, their injuries cause them to be bedridden for many months, pu…

An Old-Fashioned Thanksgiving (Dramatic Reading)

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When a neighbor brings word that Grandma is sick, Mr. and Mrs. Bassett hurry off to tend to her, leaving their seven children to prepare for…

Little Women (version 4)

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Little Women is the classic story of the March family, which consists of Mr. and Mrs. March and their four girls–Practical, yet fashion cons…

Flower Fables

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Flower Fables is a collection of enchanting tales crafted by Louisa May Alcott when she was just sixteen. Written for the daughter of Ralph …

Shawl-Straps: A Second Series of Aunt Jo's Scrap-Bag

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Unlike the other volumes in this series, which are books of childrens' stories, Shawl-Straps is a novel. It is the story of Amanda, Matilda,…

4 Stories by Louisa May Alcott

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Here are four delightful short stories written by the famous author specifically for girls. As she says in the tiny preface "These stor…

Little Women

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Little Women is the classic story of The March family, which consists of Mr. and Mrs. March and their four girls--Practical, yet fashion con…

Eight Cousins (Version 4 Dramatic Reading)

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When frail, sickly Rose Campbell is left an orphan following the death of her father, she moves with her eccentric bachelor uncle to a place…

Aunt Jo's Scrap-Bag, Vol. 4

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Volume 4 of Aunt Jo’s Scrap-Bag contains 12 short stories for children by American writer Louisa May Alcott, author of Little Women. Althoug…

Aunt Jo's Scrap-Bag, Vol. 3

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The third volume of the "Aunt Jo’s Scrap-Bag" series contains 10 delightful short stories for children by American writer Louisa M…

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