An Old-Fashioned Girl

a novel by Louisa May Alcott first published in 1869, serialised in the Merry's Museum magazine between July and August 1869, and the basis of a 1949 musical film starring Gloria Jean as Polly

Auteurs

• Louisa May Alcott

Paramètres

• 214 pages
• 8 heures de lecture

• Fiction

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Set in the 19th century, this novel follows the journey of a young girl named Polly who visits her wealthy friend in the city. As she navigates the contrasting lifestyles of her friend’s affluent family and her own modest upbringing, themes of friendship, social class, and personal values emerge. Polly's old-fashioned virtues challenge the materialism around her, leading to heartwarming lessons about integrity and kindness. Alcott's exploration of societal expectations and the importance of staying true to oneself resonates throughout the narrative.

Achat du livre

• Année de publication: 2020
• Reliure: (souple)