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"Silver Pitchers: and Independence, a Centennial Love Story" is an 1888 collection of short stories by written by American author Louisa May Alcott. Louisa May Alcott (1832 - 1888) was an American short story writer, novelist, and poet most famous for writing the novel "Little Women", as well as its sequels "Little Men" and "Jo's Boys". She grew up in New England and became associated with numerous notable intellectuals of her time, including Nathaniel...
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This 1899 volume contains American author Louisa May Alcott's short stories "Marjorie's Three Gifts" and "Roses and Forget-me-nots". "Marjorie's Three Gifts" is the tale of a 12-year-old girl called Marjorie who years for about happiness, wealth, and a handsome prince. However, on her journey to attain these things, she encounters some rather unusual people who show her how to appreciate her current circumstances. "Roses and Forget-me-nots" focuses...
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Louisa May Alcott was an American novelist and poet best known as the author of the novel 'Little Women'. In her six-volume series of 'Aunt Jo's Scrap-Bag', she features 66 delightful short stories for children. This volume contains the stories, 'My Boys', 'Tessa's Surprises', 'Buzz', 'The Children's Joke', 'Dandelion', 'Madam Cluck and Her Family', 'A Curious Call', 'Tilly's Christmas', 'My Little Gentleman', 'Back Windows', 'Little Marie of Lehon',...
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Daisy's Aunt Wee helps her recover from a long illness by rousing her to hunt for fairies. This 1867 collection of eight fantasy stories and four poems for children sound the themes of duty, independence, helping others, and overcoming prejudice. Includes "A Christmas Song," "The Rose Family," "Shadow-Children," "Poppy's Pranks," and "Little Gulliver."
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This unique collection contains:
Life and Adventures of Santa Claus (L. Frank Baum)
Christmas At Sea (Robert Louis Stevenson)
The Little City of Hope (F. Marion Crawford)
The Gift of the Magi (O. Henry)
The First Christmas Of New England (Harriet Beecher Stowe)
The Holy Night (Selma Lagerlöf)
Christmas in the Olden Time (Walter Scott)
Christmas In India (Rudyard Kipling)
The Twelve Days of Christmas
Silent Night
Ring Out, Wild Bells (Alfred...
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This edition includes the most beloved Christmas novels, tales and carols: Life and Adventures of Santa Claus (L. Frank Baum) Christmas At Sea (Robert Louis Stevenson) The Little City of Hope (F. Marion Crawford) The Gift of the Magi (O. Henry) The First Christmas Of New England (Harriet Beecher Stowe) The Holy Night (Selma Lagerlöf) Christmas in the Olden Time (Walter Scott) Christmas In India (Rudyard Kipling) The Twelve Days of Christmas Silent...
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Louisa May Alcott was an American novelist and poet best known as the author of the novel 'Little Women'. In her six-volume series of 'Aunt Jo's Scrap-Bag', she features 66 delightful short stories for children. This illustrated volume features the stories 'Cupid and Chow-Chow', 'Huckleberry', 'Nelly's Hospital', 'Grandma's Team', 'Fairy Pinafores', 'Mamma's Plot', 'Kate's Choice', 'The Moss People', 'What Fanny Heard', and 'A Marine Merry-making'....
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Louisa May Alcott was an American novelist and poet best known as the author of the novel 'Little Women'. In her six-volume series of 'Aunt Jo's Scrap-Bag', she features 66 delightful short stories for children. This illustrated volume features the stories 'Jimmy's Cruise in the Pinafore', 'Two Little Travelers', 'A Jolly Fourth', 'Seven Black Cats', 'Rosa's Tale', 'Lunch', 'A Bright Idea', 'How They Camped Out', 'My Little School-Girl', 'What a Shovel...
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"Comic Tragedies" is an 1893 collection of short stories by American author Louisa May Alcott. The stories include: "A Foreword, by Meg", "Norna; or, The Witch's Curse", "The Captive of Castile; or, The Moorish Maiden's Vow", "The Greek Slave", "Ion", "Bianca: An Operatic Tragedy", and "The Unloved Wife; or, Woman's Faith". Louisa May Alcott (1832 - 1888) was an American short story writer, novelist, and poet most famous for writing the novel "Little...
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The Mysterious Key and What It Opened (1867) is a novella by American author, feminist, and abolitionist Louisa May Alcott. Although less popular than her famed "March Family Saga," the novella showcases Alcott's gift for storytelling and deep concern for children who have suffered. The Mysterious Key and What It Opened is a hidden gem, a work of mystery that explores themes of family, death, and perseverance.
Lillian Trevlyn was yet to be born when...
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Originally published under the title „Proverb Stories" in 1882 by Louisa May Alcott, this collection of sweet stories with a high moral tone includes: „Kitty's Class Day", „Aunt Kipp, Psyche's Art", „A Country Christmas", „On Picket Duty", „The Baron's Gloves", „My Red Cap", and „What the Bells Saw and Said". Using different characters in each story, she has portrayed various aspects of life brilliantly. It is a collection with lots...
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Louisa May Alcott was an American novelist best known as author of the novel 'Little Women.' In the mid-1860s, Alcott wrote passionate, fiery novels and sensational stories. She also produced wholesome stories for children, and after their positive reception, she did not generally return to creating works for adults. Alcott continued to write until her death. In this collection of four short stories, Alcott tells tales about ordinary young people...
93) Little Women: The Heartfelt Chronicles of the March Sisters: Timeless Coming-of-Age Classic Novel
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"Venture into the lives of Jo, Meg, Beth, and Amy as they navigate the joys and struggles of youth. A timeless tale of love, ambition, and sisterhood."
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Step back in time with Louisa May Alcott's beloved classic, "Little Women," as you immerse yourself in the captivating world of the March family. Set against the backdrop of Civil War-era America, this narrative offers a window into the ambitions, dreams, and dilemmas of four...
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"On Picket Duty, and Other Tales" is an 1864 collection of short stories by American author Louisa May Alcott. Louisa May Alcott (1832 - 1888) was an American short story writer, novelist, and poet most famous for writing the novel "Little Women", as well as its sequels "Little Men" and "Jo's Boys". She grew up in New England and became associated with numerous notable intellectuals of her time, including Nathaniel Hawthorne, Ralph Waldo Emerson,...
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First published in 1872, this book contains volume II of "Aunt Jo's Scrap-Bag", a six-volume collection of classic children's stories by American author Louisa May Alcott (1832 - 1888). "Shawl-Straps" is a novella that follows the travels and travails of a trio of American spinsters who set out to explore various destinations in Europe at the turn of the twentieth century. An inspiring tale of independent women, Alcott's entertaining and empowering...
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Experience the warmth and wonder of Christmas through the masterful storytelling of some of our greatest literary minds. Sixteen classic stories capture the enduring appeal of the Christmas tradition, all wrapped in lore with heartwarming narratives of redemption and humorous tales of everyday life. Selections include "A Christmas Tree" by Charles Dickens, "A Country Christmas" by Louisa May Alcott, "A Kidnapped Santa Claus" by L. Frank Baum, "A Letter...
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This book contains volume VI of "Aunt Jo's Scrap-Bag", a six-volume collection of classic children's stories by American author Louisa May Alcott (1832 - 1888). Alcott was an American short story writer, novelist, and poet most famous for writing the novel "Little Women", as well as its sequels "Little Men" and "Jo's Boys". She grew up in New England and became associated with numerous notable intellectuals of her time, including Nathaniel Hawthorne,...
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First published in 1879, this book contains volume V of "Aunt Jo's Scrap-Bag", a six-volume collection of classic children's stories by American author Louisa May Alcott (1832 - 1888). Alcott was an American short story writer, novelist, and poet most famous for writing the novel "Little Women", as well as its sequels "Little Men" and "Jo's Boys". She grew up in New England and became associated with numerous notable intellectuals of her time, including...
99) Proverb Stories
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"Proverb Stories" is an 1882 collection of short stories written by Louisa May Alcott. Louisa May Alcott (1832 - 1888) was an American short story writer, novelist, and poet most famous for writing the novel "Little Women", as well as its sequels "Little Men" and "Jo's Boys". She grew up in New England and became associated with numerous notable intellectuals of her time, including Nathaniel Hawthorne, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow,...
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First published in 1878, this book contains volume IV of "Aunt Jo's Scrap-Bag", a six-volume collection of classic children's stories by American author Louisa May Alcott (1832 - 1888). Alcott was an American short story writer, novelist, and poet most famous for writing the novel "Little Women", as well as its sequels "Little Men" and "Jo's Boys". She grew up in New England and became associated with numerous notable intellectuals of her time, including...
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