Susan Cheever

Louisa May Alcott: A Personal Biography

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ISBN 13:
9781416569923
author:
Susan Cheever
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Simon & Schuster
language:
English
Publication Year:
2011
Pages:
320
Dimensions:
21.5 x 14.1 x 2.4 cm
Genre:
Biography, Historical,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 5 working days
£15.07

Description

Louisa May Alcott: A Life Beyond Little Women This biography offers a comprehensive and nuanced exploration of Louisa May Alcott's life, from her childhood in Concord, Massachusetts, to her death just two days after that of her father. Based on extensive research into her journals, correspondence, and the lives of those around her, Susan Cheever sheds new light on Alcott's experiences as a writer, nurse, and advocate for women's rights. Alcott's life was marked by both triumph and hardship, including her struggles with illness and her involvement in the abolitionist movement. This biography provides a detailed account of her personal choices and literary legacy, revealing a woman who defied conventional wisdom and continues to inspire generations of readers. With her own experiences as a writer and fan of Alcott's work, Cheever brings a unique perspective to this biography, offering a fresh and engaging portrait of one of America's most beloved authors.

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