Bücher von Louisa May Alcott

"As a child, my hero was Jo March [...] But as an adult, it's Louisa May Alcott." -Greta GerwigThe 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 her father passed away under unknown circumstances. Not much is certain about Sir Richard Trevlyn's death beyond her mother's fragmented account. Curious about her husband's unknown visitor, Alice-pregnant with Lillian at the time-listens through the keyhole to the conversation going on inside the library. Horrified by what she hears, Alice faints, only to learn later that her husband has been found dead. Raised by her mother, Lillian grows up to be a strong young woman and hopes to put her past misfortunes behind her. While walking on the grounds of her family estate one day twelve years later, she meets a teenager named Paul who asks to be given work. Although he seems an upstanding young man, rumors begin to circulate among the family's servants, digging up the family's tragic history. When Paul mysteriously disappears, it becomes increasingly apparent that the past-however distant-has come full circle. The Mysterious Key and What It Opened is a captivating tale of mystery, wealth, and danger from an author known more for her works written for children and young adults.With a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Louisa May Alcott's The Mysterious Key and What It Opened is a classic of American literature and mystery fiction reimagined for modern readers.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

"I don't care to disturb his happy childhood with quarrels beyond his comprehension. I shall teach him to be as good and just a man as his father, and feel quite sure that no woman will suffer wrong at his hands," returned Mrs. Ellen, smiling at Cupid's papa, who nodded back as if they quite understood one another.

This classic book is Louisa May Alcott's 1878 novel, "Under the Lilacs". It is a delightful children's story that revolves round the antics and exploits of Bab and Betty Moss, their neighbour Miss Celia, a circus runaway called Ben Brown, and his dog, Sancho. This heart-warming and timeless story is perfect for bedtime reading, and would make for a worthy addition to any family collection. Louisa May Alcott (1832-1888) was an American author best known for her novel "Little Women". Many classic books such as this are becoming increasingly rare and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

Proverb Stories is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition .Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.

"I cannot blame you, Jean; it was my usual forgetfulness of others which so misled you. I was tired of the world, and came hither to find peace in solitude. Effie cheered me with her winsome ways, and I learned to look on her as the blithe spirit whose artless wiles won me to forget a bitter past and a regretful present."

"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, and Henry David Thoreau. The stories include: "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". Other notable works by this author include: "An Old-Fashioned Girl" (1886), "Eight Cousins" (1869), and "A Long Fatal Love Chase" (1875). Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text and artwork.

A Modern Mephistopheles is a novel written by Louisa May Alcott in 1877. The story follows the life of a young woman named Felix Canaris, who is struggling to make a living as a writer in 19th century America. She meets a mysterious and charming man named Jasper Helwyze, who offers to help her achieve success in her career.As Felix becomes more involved with Jasper, she realizes that he is not what he seems. He is actually a modern version of the devil, or Mephistopheles, who is determined to corrupt and destroy her. Despite her initial resistance, Felix becomes increasingly drawn to Jasper and the luxurious lifestyle he offers her.As the story progresses, Felix begins to see the dark side of Jasper's world and realizes that she has made a terrible mistake. She must find a way to escape his influence and regain control of her life before it's too late.A Modern Mephistopheles is a thought-provoking and darkly humorous exploration of temptation and morality in a rapidly changing world. Alcott's unique perspective on gender roles and social norms adds depth and complexity to the story, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in the history of American literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Moods: A Novel is a work of fiction written by Louisa May Alcott and first published in 1881. The story follows the life of Sylvia Yule, a young woman who is searching for a sense of purpose and fulfillment in her life. Sylvia is married to a successful businessman, but she finds herself feeling unfulfilled and dissatisfied with her life. As the story progresses, Sylvia meets a charismatic artist named Philip Tempest, and the two begin a passionate love affair. However, Sylvia's feelings are complicated by her sense of duty to her husband and her own sense of morality. The novel explores themes of love, marriage, fidelity, and personal fulfillment. It is a complex and nuanced portrait of a woman struggling to find her place in the world and make sense of her own desires and emotions. Moods: A Novel is considered one of Alcott's lesser-known works, but it is still highly regarded for its insightful portrayal of the complexities of human relationships and the inner workings of the human heart. It is a must-read for fans of Alcott's other works, as well as anyone interested in exploring the complexities of love and desire.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.