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1883 - Louisa M. Alcott’s - Under The Lilacs
Published 1883
Roberts Brothers, Publishers/ Boston
"Under the Lilacs" by Louisa May Alcott is a heartwarming and enchanting novel that invites readers into a world of childhood innocence, friendship, and adventure. Set in a quaint New England town, the story revolves around two young sisters, Bab and Betty, who befriend Ben Brown, a runaway from a traveling circus, and his dog, Sancho. Together, they embark on imaginative escapades under the lilac bushes, creating a special bond that transcends societal differences. Alcott weaves themes of kindness, acceptance, and the transformative power of friendship throughout the narrative. Filled with whimsy and gentle moral lessons, the novel captures the spirit of youthful curiosity and the beauty of shared experiences in the idyllic landscape of 19th-century America.
Brown cloth with decorative black, red, & gilt detail/lettering to front board and spine, portrait frontispiece with tissue guard, decorative leaf-pattern endpapers, binding tight, illustrated, light bumping/wear to spine edges, light rubbing to corners, 305pp. + illustrated ads for other Louisa M. Alcott novels.
Condition: Very Good.
Size: 5” x 6 3/4”
A favorite publication to collect of Louisa M. Alcott’s novels.
