Publisher's Synopsis
Louisa May Alcott: Her Life, Letters and Journals is a biographical work that explores the life of the renowned American author, Louisa May Alcott. The book is written by Alcott herself and features a collection of her personal letters and journal entries, providing readers with an intimate look into her life and creative process.The book is divided into three parts, each focusing on a different aspect of Alcott's life. The first part covers her childhood and family life, including her relationship with her parents and siblings. The second part delves into her career as a writer, including her struggles to get published and the success of her most famous work, Little Women. The third part explores her personal life, including her relationships with friends and romantic partners.Throughout the book, readers will gain insight into Alcott's personal beliefs and values, as well as her experiences as a woman living in the 19th century. The book also includes photographs and illustrations that help bring Alcott's world to life.Overall, Louisa May Alcott: Her Life, Letters and Journals is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the life and work of this beloved author.1889. Louisa May Alcott is universally recognized as the greatest and most popular story teller for children in her generation. She has known the way to the hearts of young people, not only in her own class, or even country, but in every condition of life, and in many foreign lands. It is impossible to understand Miss Alcott's works fully without a knowledge of her own life and experiences. Miss Alcott speaks mainly for herself in this book through her journals and letters.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
