Louisa May Alcott

With their father away at the Civil War, times are hard for the March sisters - Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy - and their mother, Marmee. Louisa May Alcott's moving coming-of-age story, whose homespun charm and core family values made it a cultural landmark in America, is enduringly popular all over the world. The Chiltern Publishing paperback range combines elegant design with high-quality craftsmanship. Each edition is finished with coloured endpapers and generous 90 mm flaps, printed on luxurious 100 gsm cream paper and features sewn paperback binding, ensuring durability while allowing the pages to open comfortably and maintain the strength expected of a premium edition. Thoughtfully produced and designed to last, the Chiltern Publishing paperback range offers readers a refined reading experience while preserving the timeless aesthetic that defines Chiltern Publishing.

Una historia universal, que ha fascinado a generaciones de lectoras y lectores durante m s de ciento cincuenta a os. Introducci n de Elaine Showalter, profesora de la Universidad de Princeton Traducci n de Gloria M ndez Ilustraciones originales de Frank T. Merrill Mujercitas, el cl sico de Louisa May Alcott ambientado en la guerra de Secesi n, fue publicado en Estados Unidos en 1868. Han pasado m s de ciento cincuenta a os desde entonces, pero la complicidad de las cuatro hermanas March, que resumen el esp ritu cr tico de una poca en sus gestos y palabras, sigue siendo fuente de inspiraci n y disfrute para las generaciones de lectoras y lectores que se asoman por primera vez a las p ginas de esta fascinante obra. La introducci n de Elaine Showalter, catedr tica de la Universidad de Princeton y una de las voces m s representativas de la cr tica literaria feminista, analiza en detalle las influencias de Alcott y el impacto de Mujercitas en la obra de escritoras de la talla de Simone de Beauvoir o Joyce Carol Oates. La excelente traducci n de Gloria M ndez est acompa ada de algunas ilustraciones que aparecieron en la edici n de 1880, a cargo del ilustrador americano Frank T. Merrill. ENGLISH DESCRIPTION A universal story that has fascinated generations of readers for over one hundred and fifty years. Introduction by Elaine Showalter, professor at Princeton University Translation by Gloria M ndez Original illustrations by Frank T. Merrill Little Women, the classic by Louisa May Alcott set during the Civil War, was published in the United States in 1868. More than one hundred and fifty years have passed since then, but the camaraderie of the four March sisters, who embody the critical spirit of an era in their gestures and words, continues to inspire and delight generations of readers who open the pages of this fascinating work for the first time. Elaine Showalter's introduction, a professor at Princeton University and one of the most representative voices of feminist literary criticism, analyzes in detail Alcott's influences and the impact of Little Women on the works of writers such as Simone de Beauvoir and Joyce Carol Oates. The excellent translation by Gloria M ndez is accompanied by some illustrations that appeared in the 1880 edition, by American illustrator Frank T. Merrill.

Yli sata vuotta sitten kirjoitettu klassikko ihastuttaa edelleen. Kaunis ja äidillinen Meg, lahjakas poikatyttö ja tuleva kirjailija Jo, hauras ja lempeä Beth ja romanttinen ja hemmoteltu Amy elävät Uudessa-Englannissa Amerikan sisällissodan vuosina. Neljän sisaruksen lapsuuden ja naiseksi kasvamisen kuvaus lumoaa ajattomuudellaan ja tunteiden kuvauksen vilpittömyydellä. Pikku naisia on paitsi tyttökirjallisuuden kivijalka, myös kertomus rakkaudesta ja kuolemasta, sodasta ja rauhasta, kunnianhimosta ja velvollisuudentunnosta. Louisa M. Alcottin rakastettu Pikku naisia tempaa aina uudet lukijat teoksen taikapiiriin. Louisa May Alcott (1832-1888) oli amerikkalainen kirjailija, joka tunnetaan erityisesti Pikku naisia -romaanista ja sen jatko-osista Viimevuotiset ystävämme, Pikku miehiä ja Plumfieldin pojat.

Alcott is best known for the beloved classic Little Women. Her enduring stories of kindness, friendship, and self-discovery echo timeless themes that continue to inspire and resonate across generations. The delightful allegorical tales found in Flower Fables Alcott s debut work are no exception, and this beautifully produced collection of nine stories is as relevant today as it was when first published in 1854. This new edition includes color illustrations for the first time, plus sprayed edges, a foiled case, and a pretty ribbon. Alcott s vivid imagery, captivating storytelling, and appreciation of the natural world is woven throughout the stories the sprites and fairies that wander its pages embody the magic of nature itself. From dappled woodlands carpeted with soft ferns and wildflowers to the open expanses of meadows, and from sparkling streams to majestic mountains, this journey through the wonders of nature will capture the hearts and imaginations of both adults and children alike with messages of kindness, love, and self-improvement.