Little Women

Little Women is a classic children's novel that tells the story of sisters growing up in America during the 1860s. This new edition features the complete illustrations of Clara Miller Burd, originally executed in 1926, and an introduction by Alice A. Carter. It is a timeless tale of growing up and will be the perfect gift for all devotees of the book.

Format: Hardback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 09 September 2022
Publisher: Abbeville Press Inc.,U.S.

Little Women, written by Louisa May Alcott in 1868, achieved immense popularity and critical acclaim upon its release. The novel revolves around the lives of four sisters: Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy March. Each sister possesses a unique and relatable personality, a rare trait in children's literature during that era. The story's timeless themes of growing up continue to captivate readers, making it a cherished classic.

This is the first modern edition of Little Women to showcase the complete illustrations of Clara Miller Burd, originally executed in 1926. Burd's vibrant color plates and intricate drawings vividly bring the world of the March family to life. An introduction by Alice A. Carter, an expert on Golden Age illustration, delves into Burd's life and the contributions of early 20th-century women illustrators. Presented in a handsomely bound cloth cover, this new edition is a perfect gift for all enthusiasts of Little Women.

Weight: 1044g
Dimension: 162 x 239 x 39 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780789214478