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An Old-Fashioned Girl

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A gentle-hearted country girl arrives in bustling nineteenth century New England, carrying little more than her strong values and a hopeful spirit. In An Old-Fashioned Girl, Louisa May Alcott offers a classic coming-of-age novel that explores the enduring power of friendship and family values against the backdrop of post-Civil War America. Polished city manners, shifting social class, and the quiet dignity of small-town life collide as Polly Milton navigates the world of her wealthy urban friends, discovering what truly matters in a changing society. Some things never fade.This illustrated classic edition brings Alcott's beloved domestic fiction to life, inviting readers to step into a world where kindness, integrity, and resilience outshine fleeting fashions. Ideal for teens and families seeking a family-friendly classic read, An Old-Fashioned Girl is both a delightful story and a thoughtful reflection on manners, belonging, and the challenges of growing up. Its themes echo those cherished in Little Women, making it a perfect readalike for fans of Alcott's best-known work. The novel's warmth and wit, set amid the contrasts of small town to city life, have charmed generations and continue to resonate with readers of all ages.Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Whether you are new to classic literature for teens or expanding your Louisa May Alcott collection, An Old-Fashioned Girl remains a cultural treasure, offering insight into the hopes and hardships of nineteenth century domestic life.

Editions (31)

ISBN9789354363719
PublisherAlpha Editions
Publication Date01/11/21
Pages382

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  • rockofbooks
    rockofbooks

    92 Followers

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    It wasn't like Little Women but so sweet and lovely. While I read I mostly felt with Polly. But sometimes I thought: she is too good hearted. Maybe she was but at the way she treated her friends; specially the family she loved so deeply like her own, showed that she was true and full of everything. I was so happy during the pages and sentances that I just smiled. lovely story written so well and lively. sad that it's not as popular as Little Women is.

    Dec 31, 2024

  • rockofbooks
    rockofbooks

    92 Followers

    4.0

    It wasn't like Little Women but so sweet and lovely. While I read I mostly felt with Polly. But sometimes I thought: she is too good hearted. Maybe she was but at the way she treated her friends; specially the family she loved so deeply like her own, showed that she was true and full of everything. I was so happy during the pages and sentances that I just smiled. lovely story written so well and lively. sad that it's not as popular as Little Women is.

    Jul 18, 2023

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