Timeless, heartwarming tale of the four young March sisters — Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy — their mother Marmee, and other memorable characters. Generations of readers have enjoyed this story of the joys, heartaches, and triumphs of a warm, close-knit family, poor in material wealth, but rich in love and devotion to one another.
Here's a sample of other books in this Dover category
The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett A spoiled and sickly girl undergoes a joyful transformation as she restores an abandoned garden and discovers the pleasures of friendship, good health, and high spirits.
The Happy Prince and Other Fairy Tales by Oscar Wilde Nine charming, sensitive stories: "The Happy Prince," "The Selfish Giant," "The Star-Child," "The Nightingale and the Rose," "The Birthday of the Infanta," "The Remarkable Rocket," "The Devoted Friend," more.
An Old-Fashioned Girl by Louisa May Alcott Alcott, author of Little Women, brings us the tale of Polly Milton, a young girl who leaves her simple country life to live with wealthy city cousins. But can plain Polly enjoy the sophisticated city without changing?
Eight Cousins by Louisa May Alcott A shy orphan blossoms among her spirited relatives in this captivating novel by the author of Little Women. Readers of all ages treasure its tales of friendship, kindness, and courage.
Jo's Boys by Louisa May Alcott Sequel to Little Men chronicles return of classmates to Plumfield after ten years: musician Nat, rebellious Dan, sailor Emil, other old friends. Sensitive portrayals of young adults; a delight for readers of all ages.
Little Men by Louisa May Alcott Jo March and her husband open their doors and hearts to a host of endearing little mischief-makers in a spirited classic that takes readers back to 19th-century America.
Short Stories by Louisa May Alcott Five poignant tales based in part on the author's experiences as a nurse during the Civil War: "Obtaining Supplies," "A Night," "My Contraband," "Happy Women," and "How I Went Out to Service."
Little Women by Louisa May Alcott Unforgettable depiction of mid-19th-century New England life recounts the life of four sisters: literary-minded Jo; Meg, the oldest; fashionable Amy; and gentle Beth. Abridged.
Five Little Peppers and How They Grew by Margaret Sidney The widowed Mrs. Pepper faces trouble with the help of her jolly little Peppers in this heartwarming classic, in which courage and good cheer overcome poverty and misfortune.
What Katy Did by Susan Coolidge Quick-tempered Katy Carr learns gentle lessons in behavior from a beloved cousin after an accident puts all of Katy's dreams on hold. An unforgettable tale of growing up in 19th-century America.
Pollyanna by Eleanor H. Porter When an orphan comes to live with her stern maiden aunt, she not only manages to spread cheer and optimism among the townspeople, she also transforms the life of her lonely relative.
A Girl of the Limberlost by Gene Stratton-Porter Set amid Indiana's Limberlost Swamp, this classic mixes astute observations on nature with the struggles of growing up in the early 20th century and the discoveries of independence and romance.
