Little Women

"Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott is a story set in a 19th-century world, focusing on the lives of the four March sisters—Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy—as they deal with growing up poor during the Civil War and maintain their individual dreams with family being the central focus. The story captures a blend of laughter and tears, detailing the poverty, sacrifices, and incredible bond between sisters, which is introduced during a Christmas season where the sisters struggle with a lack of money. Each sister has different qualities; Jo is full of life, Meg wants to be wealthy, Beth is gentle, and Amy is creative but a little selfish. The book shows their determination to make their mother, Marmee, happy by planning secret gifts and represents the love the sisters have for each other that defines their journey into adulthood.