1900 Rare Book - Little Women and Good Wives by Louisa M. Alcott. Illustrated.

Author: Louisa M. Alcott.
Title: Little Women and Good Wives.
Publisher: London: S. W. Partridge & Co., Ltd., no date (1900).
Language: Text in English.
Size: 7.5 x 5 inches.
Pages: 415 pages + publisher's catalog.
Binding: Attractive and very good original decorative bronzed-brown cloth binding with intricate Art Nouveau-style gilt and black designs on the front cover and spine (hinges fine, overall slightly worn and scuffed - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover.
Content: Very good content (tight and clean, some toning to text pages - as shown, rare light foxing - as shown).
Illustrations: Adorned with six exquisite black-and-white illustrations, including a striking frontispiece by Charles Morell. The illustrations add a charming visual element to Alcott’s beloved tale of the March sisters.

The book: This delightful edition of Little Women and Good Wives combines two parts of Louisa May Alcott's celebrated novel into one volume. A hallmark of 19th-century literature, the story captures the joys, challenges, and triumphs of the four March sisters—Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy—as they navigate life during and after the Civil War. With its timeless themes of family, love, and self-discovery, this book remains a cherished masterpiece for readers of all ages.

The author: Louisa May Alcott (1832–1888) was an American novelist and poet best known for her classic novel Little Women. Raised in a family of transcendentalists, Alcott's work often reflects her progressive views on women’s roles and societal expectations. Her vivid characters and heartfelt storytelling have earned her an enduring legacy in literary history.

The illustrators: Charles Morell’s illustrations bring this edition to life, adding a visual narrative to Alcott’s rich storytelling. His detailed and emotive artwork complements the novel's themes, providing readers with a vivid sense of the period.