Of all the books that I have read so far, one book that remains closest to my heart and consider as my bible is “Little Women”. The book revolves around four young girls and their mother staying alone in poverty when the father is out fighting in an American War. The famous “Marches”
The story is told simply in a very non preachy way but still tugs at your heart for the goodness of the characters, their sacrifices, the teenage whims and fancies and obviously the pure romance and friendships. Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy March live in England and have very interesting characters. Meg is the oldest, responsible, a little vain of her beauty but very loving and simple. Jo is the tomboy of the house, boisterous, short-tempered, blunt and very clumsy but a sweetheart. (I really connect with Jo’s character without the goodie part!!). Beth is the lark of the family, shy , quiet, angelic and homely. Amy is the youngest kid. A golden beauty, sharp, arrogant , amazing painter and adamant. Written by Louisa M. Alcott, it’s a joyful ride into their lives but not without intermittent periods where tears are inevitable.
I read this book for the first time in my ninth standard and I knew right then it was special. I must have read it at least fifteen times post that. Whenever I am confused, just low, need direction, I dive into the Marches family and I come out of it happy and lightened. There are a lot of realizations that comes through when flipping through the pages. Obviously I am in love with it (Its not hard to guess!)
All I can say it’s a must read for all young girls and women. Just go with the flow without being critical about some tiny flaws that is there in almost every book, and get the larger picture and the message that these little women and their Marmee are trying to convey!
Happy Reading!!
P.S: If you have read it, I would love to know your views as well.
The story is told simply in a very non preachy way but still tugs at your heart for the goodness of the characters, their sacrifices, the teenage whims and fancies and obviously the pure romance and friendships. Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy March live in England and have very interesting characters. Meg is the oldest, responsible, a little vain of her beauty but very loving and simple. Jo is the tomboy of the house, boisterous, short-tempered, blunt and very clumsy but a sweetheart. (I really connect with Jo’s character without the goodie part!!). Beth is the lark of the family, shy , quiet, angelic and homely. Amy is the youngest kid. A golden beauty, sharp, arrogant , amazing painter and adamant. Written by Louisa M. Alcott, it’s a joyful ride into their lives but not without intermittent periods where tears are inevitable.
I read this book for the first time in my ninth standard and I knew right then it was special. I must have read it at least fifteen times post that. Whenever I am confused, just low, need direction, I dive into the Marches family and I come out of it happy and lightened. There are a lot of realizations that comes through when flipping through the pages. Obviously I am in love with it (Its not hard to guess!)
All I can say it’s a must read for all young girls and women. Just go with the flow without being critical about some tiny flaws that is there in almost every book, and get the larger picture and the message that these little women and their Marmee are trying to convey!
Happy Reading!!
P.S: If you have read it, I would love to know your views as well.
The review is very well written! I would recommend reading this after the book... :)
ReplyDeleteHey thank you so much!
DeleteI have not read the book but the book review has surely motivated me to get my hands on a copy of "Little Women".
ReplyDeletedo read it madhu!! I am sure you ll like it as much I do :)
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