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The other Alcott

The other Alcott

2017 • 491 pages

A tale inspired by the life of Louisa May Alcott's youngest sister finds young May longing to study art outside of the confines of her Concord home before turning down a marriage proposal and pursuing an identity in contrast to the spoiled and worldly character of Amy in her sister's famed novel.

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Always loved Louisa May Alcott and The Little Women. Have visited Concord and seen May's drawings on the wall of Orchard House. I already knew the broad details of May's life but loved the way Elise Hooper really brought her and others to life. Wonderful book.

March 27, 2018

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