Jo’s Boys continues the story of many of the characters that appeared in Little Women and Little Men. Jo and her husband Professor Bhaer are now running Laurence College, the funding of which was made possible by the estate of Old Mr. Laurence. The institution supports the educational philosophy and practices evident in Little Men and reflects the ideas of Alcott and her father Amos Bronson Alcott, an educator and philosopher. Laurence College is a post-secondary school where the students of Little Men are continuing their education. This annotated edition includes a biography and critical essay.

Little Men focuses on Plumfield School that Jo and her husband, Professor Bhaer, run on an estate inherited from Jo’s Aunt March. The education that the children receive at Plumfield is based largely on the philosophical ideas of the author’s father, Bronson Alcott, who was a teacher and philosopher. Louisa May Alcott included plot lines that reflected her own philosophy of equal education and opportunities for girls. The book follows the trials and tribulations of other students in the school and ultimately, the Bhaers win them over and their school provides the youngsters with a secure and loving environment in which they can thrive. This annotated edition includes a biography and critical essay.

The Works of Louisa May Alcott are collected in this giant anthology. Included with this collection is a biography about the life and times of Alcott, and essay on each of Alcott's major works. Works include: Old-fashioned Girl Aunt Jo's Scrap-Bag The Candy Country Comic Tragedies Eight Cousins Louisa May Alcott's Flower Fables A Garland for Girls Jack and Jill Jo's Boys Kitty's Class Day And Other Stories Little Men Little Women Little Women Letters from the House of Alcott The Louisa Alcott Reader Lulu's Library Marjorie's Three Gifts A Modern Cinderella Moods The Mysterious Key And What It Opened Picket Duty and Other Tales Passion and Punishment Rose in Bloom Shawl-Straps Silver Pitchers: and Independence Three Unpublished Poems Under the Lilacs Work: A Story of Experience

The timeless classic Little Women inspired this heartwarming modern tale of four sisters from New York Times bestselling author Virginia Kantra. The March sisters—reliable Meg, independent Jo, stylish Amy, and shy Beth—have grown up to pursue their separate dreams. When Jo followed her ambitions to New York City, she never thought her career in journalism would come crashing down, leaving her struggling to stay afloat in a gig economy as a prep cook and secret food blogger. Meg appears to have the life she always planned—the handsome husband, the adorable toddlers, the house in a charming subdivision. But sometimes getting everything you’ve ever wanted isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. When their mother’s illness forces the sisters home to North Carolina for the holidays, they’ll rediscover what really matters. One thing’s for sure—they’ll need the strength of family and the power of sisterhood to remake their lives and reimagine their dreams.

Examines the life of Louisa May Alcott, discussing her family, relationships, works, rejection of marriage, and other related topics.

“[An] affectionate and perceptive tribute.”—Wendy Smith, Boston Globe In Meg, Jo, Beth, Amy, Anne Boyd Rioux brings a fresh and engaging look at the circumstances leading Louisa May Alcott to write Little Women and why this beloved story of family and community ties set in the Civil War has resonated with audiences across time.

Louisa May Alcott wrote Little Women as a study of an American family during the Civil War. It was also very closely based on her own experience as a member of the Alcott family. The protagonist of the story, Josephine “Jo” March is based on Louisa herself. The other three March sisters are closely modeled on her own sisters. This annotated edition includes a biography and critical essay.