Aunt Jo's Scrap Bag, Vol. 3

Louisa May Alcott, an influential American novelist and poet, is celebrated for her iconic works, including "Little Women" and its sequels. Growing up in a transcendentalist household in New England, she was surrounded by prominent intellectuals like Emerson and Thoreau. Despite facing financial struggles, Alcott began writing at a young age, which eventually led to critical acclaim in the 1860s. Early in her career, she occasionally published under pen names, such as A. M. Barnard, showcasing her versatility as a writer.