In 'Civil War Memoirs of Louisa May Alcott', readers are given a poignant and intimate look into the author's experiences as a nurse for Union soldiers during the American Civil War. Alcott's vivid descriptions and heartfelt accounts paint a vivid picture of the hardships of war and the immense sacrifices made by both soldiers and civilians. The book is written in a straightforward and emotionally charged style, reflective of Alcott's own candid voice and personal connection to the events she witnessed. This unabridged edition offers a rare glimpse into the lesser-known aspects of Alcott's literary repertoire, showcasing her talents beyond her popular works of fiction. The historical context of the Civil War provides a rich backdrop for understanding Alcott's motivations and the impact of her experiences on her writing. Readers will find themselves engrossed in the raw emotion and historical significance of Alcott's memoirs, gaining a deeper appreciation for her multifaceted talents and enduring legacy.

A collection of five poignant stories written by Louisa May Alcott, drawn from her personal experiences at the military hospital in Georgetown during the Civil War.

Generations of readers young and old, male and female, have fallen in love with the March sisters of Louisa May Alcott's most popular and enduring novel. Little Women explores such timeless themes as love and death, war and peace, the conflict between personal ambition and family responsibilities, and the clash of cultures between Europe and America. This is the complete, unabridged edition.

Little Women by Louisa May Alcott from Coterie Classics All Coterie Classics have been formatted for ereaders and devices and include a bonus link to the free audio book. “Watch and pray, dear, never get tired of trying, and never think it is impossible to conquer your fault.” ― Louisa May Alcott, Little Women Little Women is a children’s classic novel that still enthralls adult audiences. Telling the story of the March families trials and triumphs, Little Women is a story of love, friendship and family.

Originally published: New York: Free Press, 2012.

Originally published: Boston, Mass.: Roberts Brothers, 1868.

By 1888, twenty years after the publication of Little Women, Louisa May Alcott (1832-1888) was one of the most popular and successful authors America had yet produced. In her pre-Little Women days, she concocted blood-and-thunder tales for low wages; post-Little Women, she specialized in domestic novels and short stories for children. Collected here for the first time are the reminiscences of people who knew her, the majority of which have not been published since their original appearance in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Many of the printed recollections in this book appeared after Alcott became famous and showcase her as a literary lion, but others focus on her teen years, when she was living the life of Jo March; these intimate glimpses into the life of the Alcott family lead the reader to one conclusion: the family was happy, fun, and entertaining, very much like the fictional Marches. The recollections about an older and wealthier Alcott show a kind and generous, albeit outspoken, woman little changed by her money and status. From Annie Sawyer Downs’s description of life in Concord to Anna Alcott Pratt’s recollections of the Alcott sisters’ acting days to Julian Hawthorne’s neighborly portrait of the Alcotts, the thirty-six recollections in this copiously illustrated volume tell the private and public story of a remarkable life.