Little Women facts for kids
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| Author | Louisa May Alcott |
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| Language | English |
| Genre | Children's novel |
| Publisher | Roberts Brothers |
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Publication date
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1868 (1st volume) 1869 (2nd volume) |
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| Followed by | Little Men |
Little Women, or Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy is a book by Louisa May Alcott. Alcott drew on her own childhood experiences with her three sisters when writing the book. They lived in Concord, Massachusetts at Orchard House.
The book was originally published in two parts. Part one was called "Little Women". It was published in 1868. Part two was called "Good Wives". Part two followed the girls as they grew up and married. It was published in 1869. Both parts were very successful.
They were first published as one volume in 1880. The novel was followed by two sequels: Little Men and Jo's Boys. The novel has been adapted to movies several times. Katherine Hepburn and June Allyson have both played Jo in the movies.
Story
The story is about the fictional March sisters: Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy. They call their mother Marmee. The story is set during the American Civil War. Their father is serving as a chaplain in the Union Army. Each sister has a flaw. Amy is selfish, Beth is shy, Meg is vain, and Jo is outspoken and tomboy-ish. Their best friend is Laurie, the boy next door.
Images for kids
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The March Sisters by Pablo Marcos
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The attic at Fruitlands where Alcott lived and acted out plays at 11 years old. Note that the ceiling area is around 4 feet high
See also
In Spanish: Mujercitas para niños
 | Zoe Saldaña |
 | Rosa Salazar |
 | Sofía Vergara |
 | Rita Hayworth |
