Catherine's review
Eight Cousins (Evergreen Classics)
by Louisa May Alcott
Catherine's review
Eight Cousins (Evergreen Classics) by Louisa May Alcott
Catherine's review
rating:
bookshelves:
classic-novels,
young-adult-fiction
The latest book in my Louisa May Alcott kick...and I found it generally charming. I love the idea of "throwing out the window" the general practices at the time (wearing tight corsets and belts, taking strong coffees and cordials to improve health, teaching girls to act like 'ladies' instead of allowing them fresh air and exercise) and enjoyed watching young Rose become a picture of health and happiness. I also loved the idea that her uncle taught her to be a self-reliant woman (hence the emphasis on housekeeping, cooking, etc.) instead of relying on servants and maids. Some of the ideas were still a bit old-fashioned, but I didn't find it offensive and would definitely encourage my children (daughters and sons) to read this book.
