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When the shy, sheltered Rose Campbell is orphaned and sent to live at "The Aunt-hill," she expects a life of quiet gloom. Instead, she finds herself swept up in a whirlwind of masculine energy, courtesy of her seven boisterous male cousins and her eccentric, forward-thinking Uncle Alec. In this...

The March sisters are living through tough times. Their father is off at war, money is scarce and the eldest sisters must work to support their mother. Their poverty creates hardship to be overcome. But will the girls grow to find richness of spirit as well as material wealth?

When a ragged boy from the circus limps into the lives of the Moss family, he brings with him a whirlwind of adventure and heartwarming moments. Accompanied by his loyal dog, Sancho, Ben captivates the Mosses with his incredible big top stunts and his kind, eager spirit. As he bonds with the nurturing Miss Celia and her spoiled brother, Thornton, they navigate the ups and downs of life together‚Aîfrom joyous birthday celebrations to unexpected challenges. This enchanting childrens story by Louisa May Alcott celebrates friendship, resilience, and the power of love in the face of adversity. (...

Come, dear reader, and draw near the fire, where beloved tales are opened once more and given living voice. At The Louisa May Alcott Library, each book is read in full, with warmth, tenderness, and reverence for the domestic joys, trials, and quiet heroisms that fill these pages. It is a little corner for all who cherish family, feeling, and the gentle wisdom of a well-told story.

What if love alone could melt even the coldest heart and restore a world frozen in despair? In Louisa May Alcott’s timeless fairy tale, "The Frost King or The Power of Love", three fairies - Daisy, Primrose, and courageous Violet - enjoy a peaceful, sunlit life, until the Frost King’s icy hand spreads darkness and withers their enchanted land. While frost chills the skies and beauty fades, Violet dares to confront the king - not with force, but with compassion, courage, and the transformative power of love.

Join us as we delve into the captivating world crafted by one of our favorite authors in this gripping tale filled with deception, avarice, and desire. Originally published under a pseudonym, this work reflects the authors intrinsic grasp of the darker aspects of humanity. Explore the intricate dynamics of human malevolence and its far-reaching consequences. - Summary by Christine Rottger

Published anonymously in 1877 and later attributed to Louisa May Alcott in 1889, A Whisper in the Dark offers a striking departure from Alcotts beloved childrens literature. This haunting and melodramatic novella follows the journey of Sybil, a seventeen-year-old orphan caught in a web of mystery and misunderstanding. Raised by her kind yet enigmatic guardian, Madame Bernard, Sybil embarks on a quest to uncover her origins and finds herself falling in love. However, a tragic miscommunication leads to her imprisonment, pushing her to the brink of madness. This sensational tale echoes the ...

Set against the backdrop of the transformative nineteenth-century industrial era, this compelling novel delves into the evolving landscape of womens work and the complex dilemmas they face. Follow the journey of Christie Devon, a young woman navigating various jobs outside her home as she strives for independence. Her story ultimately marks the dawn of her new role as a powerful voice and advocate for working women everywhere. (Summary by Bonnie Lee)

Join sisters Bab and Betty Moss on a delightful spring morning as they host a whimsical tea party that unexpectedly leads them to a talented dog and a runaway from the circus. In this enchanting tale by acclaimed author Louisa May Alcott, they encounter Ben Brown, a boy believed to be orphaned. With no family to turn to, the compassionate Miss Celia, their neighbor, takes Ben in, teaching him the invaluable lessons of friendship, belonging, and the true meaning of home. (Summary by Tara Dow)

When two adventurous young girls host a delightful tea party with their dolls, their plans take an unexpected turn when a mysterious dog devours their treasured cake. This incident leads them to discover Ben Brown, a runaway from the circus and a master with horses. Taken in by the Moss family, Ben finds himself working for their neighbor, helping to drive cows on horseback. As he navigates a whirlwind of events, he learns of his fathers tragic death. Miss Celia, a compassionate neighbor, offers him comfort and a place to stay with her and her kind-hearted brother, Thornton—affectionately ...

In Old-Fashioned Girl, 14-year-old Polly Milton embarks on a transformative journey as she visits her friend Fanny Shaw and her affluent family in the bustling city for the very first time. Overwhelmed by the opulence of the Shaws’ lifestyle—complete with extravagant clothes and peculiar habits that Polly struggles to understand—she initially feels out of place. Yet, through her unwavering warmth, kindness, and genuine support, Polly gradually wins the hearts of her new friends. Fast forward six years, and Polly returns to the city, this time with a mission to pursue her dream of ...

Little womenThis novel tells about the daily activity that is occurred in March family’s house. A family consists of Mrs. March and her four daughters Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy. Her father, Mr. March fights in the civil war that is occurred around the year 1860. Meg as the eldest and the most beautiful woman among them all and she wants to become a housewife. Jo is a tomboy character and she has a dream to become a famous writer. Beth is a soft girl and she loves to play music. She hopes she could be a great musician. Meanwhile, Amy is a spoiled girl who wants to be a great painter. They are ...

Moods, Louisa May Alcott's first novel, was published in 1864, four years before the best-selling Little Women. The novel unconventionally presents a "little woman" a true-hearted abolitionist spinster, and a fallen Cuban beauty, their lives intersecting in Alcott's first major depiction of the "woman problem." Sylvia Yule, the heroine of Moods, is a passionate tomboy who yearns for adventure. The novel opens as she embarks on a river camping trip with her brother and his two friends, both of whom fall in love with her.

Country girl Polly Milton plies her sweet demeanor and practical ways to teach the citified Shaw family that time-tested, old-fashioned values are the surest way to a happy life. Sprinkled with wry commentary from the author, Louisa May Alcott’s classic is bursting with timeless charm.

"Louisa May Alcott: A Classic Christmas Treasury - Illustrated" is a literary gem that compiles the enchanting Christmas stories of the renowned American author, Louisa May Alcott. This collection presents a dozen heartwarming tales, including "A Country Christmas," "Rosa's Tale," "What the Bells Saw and Said," "A Merry Christmas," and many others. Louisa May Alcott, celebrated for her timeless work "Little Women," demonstrates her storytelling prowess in the realm of holiday fiction.

London 1880: Evelyn und Paul Forsyth stehen kurz vor ihrer Hochzeit, als der Bräutigam von seinen Erinnerungen an ein unheimliches Erlebnis in Ägypten heimgesucht wird. Seinerzeit hatte er sich mit Professor Nathan Niles in der gewaltigen Cheops-Pyramide verirrt.

Die Gruselkabinett Box 37 beinhaltet die Hörspiele Das unheimliche Puppenhaus, Der rote Raum, Die Höllenfahrt des Schörgen-Toni, Im Labyrinth der großen Pyramide.

Älskad klassiker av Louisa May Alcott! Systrarna Meg, Jo, Beth och Amy March växer upp i en liten stad i 1860-talets USA. Den äldsta systern Meg är ljuv och vacker men aningens fåfäng. Jo är en livlig flicka som inte låter sig begränsas av det som förväntas av henne. Beth har en mjuk musikalisk själ vars liv präglas av sjukdom och den yngsta systern Amy är lika bortskämd som konstnärlig. Systrarna bor med sin mor, Marmee, och har ont om pengar. Deras far tjänstgör som pastor i det amerikanska inbördeskriget och familjen får klara sig så gott de kan.

Jo, Beth, Meg e Amy são quatro irmãs que moram em Massachusetts e passam o primeiro Natal sem o pai, que está servindo na Guerra Civil Americana. Enfrentando dificuldades financeiras, a mãe sustenta a família. Em meio a desafios, as irmãs, que são tão diferentes entre si, precisam se unir para aprenderem juntas. Enquanto os anos passam, elas ingressam na vida adulta e lutam por seus sonhos e ambições.

Debby's Debut, written in 1863, is a delightful story that smells of the sea and summer, of joy and youthful innocence, of love, tenacity and courage to claim one's ideas, in which the typical themes of Alcott's production—the construction of female identity, the dignity of work, the importance of honesty and always remaining faithful to themselves, the safeguarding of the good values that modern society risks forgetting—find a lively, ironic and absolutely convincing expression. An unmissable gem for Alcott lovers.