Louisa May Alcott [large print] a personal biography / Susan Cheever.
Susan Cheever's comprehensive and definitive biography sheds new light on of life of Louisa May Alcott, whose work has inspired generations of women. Cheever laces this provocative biography with musings on the genesis of genius, and her identification with Jo March when she was a rebellious girl in the throes of puberty.
Record details
- ISBN: 1410435520
- ISBN: 9781410435521
- Physical Description: 481 pages (large print), 12 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations ; 23 cm.
- Edition: Large print edition.
- Publisher: Detroit : Thorndike Press, 2011.
Content descriptions
- Bibliography, etc. Note:
- Includes bibliographical references (pages 439-477).
- Formatted Contents Note:
- A trip to Concord -- Trailing clouds of glory, 1832-1849 -- Concord : Louisa in exile, 1840-1843 -- Fruitlands : Family in crisis, 1843-1848 -- Boston : "Stick to your teaching", 1848-1858 -- Orchard House, 1858-1862 -- Fredericksburg : At the Union Hospital, 1863-1865 -- The writer, 1861-1867 -- Little women, 1868-1872 -- Success, 1873-1880 -- Lulu, 1880-1888.
Search for related items by subject
- Subject:
- Alcott, Louisa May, 1832-1888.
Authors, American > 19th century > Biography. - Genre:
- Biographies.
Large print books.
Search for related items by series
Available copies
- 4 of 4 copies available at NC Cardinal. (Show)
- 1 of 1 copy available at Onslow County Public Library.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 4 total copies.
Other Formats and Editions
Show Only Available Copies
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville Main Library | LP BIO ALCOTT (Text) | 36015000664025 | Adult Biography | Available | - |
