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Meg, Jo, Beth, Amy

by Anne Boyd Rioux · 2018

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A 150th anniversary tribute describes the cultural significance of Louisa May Alcott's classic, exploring how its relatable themes and depictions of family resilience, community, and female resourcefulness have inspired generations of writers.

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biographybiographyMore like thisLess of thishistoryhistoryMore like thisLess of this
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books about booksbooks about booksMore like thisLess of thiswriterswritersMore like thisLess of this
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adult
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medium · 288 pages

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