{"product_id":"little-women-in-two-parts","title":"Little Women in Two Parts","description":"\u003cp\u003e5b Louisa May Alcott. Boston: Rodger’s Brothers, 1871. Two Volumes. \u003cstrong\u003eVery early printings. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"687\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"14\"\u003eLittle Women\u003c\/em\u003e by Louisa May Alcott is a beloved coming-of-age novel first published in two volumes in 1868 and 1869. Set in Civil War–era New England, it follows the lives of the four March sisters—Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy—as they navigate the challenges of adolescence, family responsibilities, and personal growth. Each sister has a distinct personality and set of aspirations: Meg is the responsible and maternal eldest; Jo, the fiercely independent writer; Beth, the gentle and selfless peacemaker; and Amy, the ambitious and artistic youngest. Through their triumphs and hardships, Alcott explores themes of sisterhood, identity, morality, and the evolving roles of women in society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"689\" data-end=\"1232\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThe novel is partly autobiographical, reflecting Alcott’s own experiences growing up in a transcendentalist household in Concord, Massachusetts. Its enduring appeal lies in its honest, heartfelt depiction of girlhood and the inner lives of women—an uncommon focus in literature at the time. Jo March, in particular, has become a literary icon, celebrated for her rebellious spirit and literary ambition. \u003cem data-start=\"1093\" data-end=\"1107\"\u003eLittle Women\u003c\/em\u003e remains a classic of American literature, cherished for its warmth, humor, and insight into family and personal development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"689\" data-end=\"1232\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eFirst published in two parts in 1868 and 1869 respectively with Roberts Brothers printing 2000 of each. The following year Roberts issued a ‘simultaneous edition’ also of 2000 copies which is identical to this issue with the only difference being the date on the title page and advertisements which are dated autumn and winter 1870 to 1871 in volume two. This is likely a second printing of the ‘simultaneous edition’ from the same sheet. Published the same year as Alyssa may Alcott sequel, \u003cem\u003eLittle Men.\u003c\/em\u003e The first part (volume one) ends with the statement “Part Second, completing “Little Women,” is published in a volume to match this” which was not present in the first printing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"689\" data-end=\"1232\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"689\" data-end=\"1232\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal terra-cotta cloth binding with gilt oval on upper boards with gilt lettering within. Gilt lettering on the spine as well. B\u003c\/span\u003erown coated endpapers. Both volumes are cocked slightly and have some softening to the head and foot of the spines. They also have an ownership inscription written in black ink on the second blank flyleaf. Fully intact. Very good condition overall.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moons Rare Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56764349743270,"sku":null,"price":4750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0173\/6563\/1040\/files\/F2DDDBE2-21D3-40EF-8986-1EF2FBAE39E6.jpg?v=1783631640","url":"https:\/\/moons-rare-books.myshopify.com\/products\/little-women-in-two-parts","provider":"Moons Rare Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}