Little Women, 1924 (Antique Book, HB)

Little Women: Vintage 1924 Edition

This dark brown hardback edition of Little Women offers a beloved American classic. Louisa M. Alcott wrote this enduring story, and Little, Brown and Co. published this specific volume in 1924. It contains 397 pages, bringing the full narrative to life. Little Women is a coming-of-age novel, which Alcott originally published in two volumes, in 1868 and 1869. The story follows the four March sisters—Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy—detailing their journey from childhood to womanhood. The novel draws loosely from the author’s own life, as well as the lives of her three sisters. Consequently, it is considered an autobiographical novel. This pre-owned book holds a special place in literary history.

An Enduring Literary Success

Little Women achieved immediate commercial and critical success. Readers eagerly sought more about the characters, and Alcott quickly completed a second volume. Publishers titled this second part Good Wives in the United Kingdom, and it also met with great success. Both volumes were later issued as a single novel in 1880, titled Little Women, and its popularity continues to this day.

Exploring Key Themes

The novel addresses three major themes: “domesticity, work, and true love.” Sarah Elbert, a literary historian, highlighted these themes, noting they are “all of them interdependent.” Furthermore, each theme is “necessary to the achievement of its heroine’s individual identity,” providing a thoughtful exploration that adds depth to the story.

A Vibrant Pictorial Cover

This 1924 edition features a beautiful color pictorial cover. The artwork enhances the book’s charm, capturing the spirit of the March sisters. This visually appealing detail makes the book even more desirable for collectors.

Condition of This Vintage Book

This pre-owned book is in fair condition for its age. It shows a loose spine, and the illustrated front leaf is disconnected. You will find smudges on the front cover, while the spine has bumps and edge tears. There is also tanning throughout the pages, and some foxing and a few tears appear on various pages. Additionally, the spine appears slightly cocked. Despite these signs of wear, it remains a cherished piece of literature, ready for a new home.

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Author: Louisa M. Alcott
Publisher: Little, Brown and Co.
Year: 1924
Condition: Pre-owned, fair, loose spine, illustrated front leaf disconnected, smudges on front cover, bumps and edge tears on spine, tanning, some foxing and a few tears on pages, cocked spine