Name: Eight Cousins
SKU: 58348062
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Author: Louisa May Alcott
ISBN: 9789359325026

Type

Physical Book

Author

Louisa May Alcott

Publisher

Double 9 Books

Language

English

Pages

190

Format

Paperback

Dimensions

21.6x14x1.1 cm

Weight

0.24 kg.

ISBN13

9789359325026

Synopsis "Eight Cousins"

"Eight Cousins" by Louisa May Alcott is a charming coming-of-age novel that follows the story of Rose Campbell, a young orphaned girl who is sent to live with her aunts and uncle. Rose is raised in a peaceful and traditional setting, but her life takes a drastic turn when she meets her seven male cousins, each with his own personality and eccentricities. Rose's path of self-discovery and growth as she navigates the trials and delights of her new family dynamics is expertly depicted by Alcott. The novel, set in the nineteenth century, tackles themes of family, identity, and gender roles. Rose's contacts with her relatives cause her to reconsider conventional norms and form her own beliefs. Rose learns to accept her individuality and forge her own path in a world that frequently restricts women with the help of her wise and eccentric Uncle Alec. Alcott portrays her progressive views on women's education and empowerment via Rose's experiences, while also emphasizing the significance of family relationships. The novel is filled with uplifting moments, subtle comedy, and moral lessons. Readers are treated to a story of human growth and the transformational power of love and support as Rose matures and forms bonds with her relatives.

Louisa May Alcott

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Louisa May Alcott (1832-1888) was born in Germantown, Pennsylvania, and after spending some time in Boston, died in Concord, Massachusetts.

The energy and independent spirit she had in her childhood stayed with her throughout her life and led her to take on various jobs to financially support her family. In 1854, she published her first book, Flower Fables, followed by more than thirty novels and story collections. However, her name would always be linked to Little Women, a novel she wrote between May and July 1868 at the request of her publishers.

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