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Little Women
Little Women (Little Women, #1)
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I read this book decades ago, and have seen two versions of the movie. The stroy seems very preachy and goody-goody at times, but the lessons are valuable for a balanced home. The story shows that money does not buy happiness, and that each person has a civic duty to the less fortunate individuals. That the family faces all obstacles with a cheery outlook seems impossible. A little mention is made of the Civil War, but those hardships are small. The plight of slavery is completely omitted. But, ...more
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Saw it in film before I read it. Great classic, love it.
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