Books by Louisa May Alcott

8 books · Ages 8–16

Known for the Little Women series, Louisa May Alcott writes middle grade and young adult for ages 8–16, alongside 3 standalone books, exploring themes of resilience & perseverance, family & siblings, friendship & social.

Series

Little Women
Little Women
Good Wives
Little Women
5 books · Ages 9–16

Standalone Books (Ages 8–11)

Cover of The Baron's Gloves
The Baron's Gloves
Louisa May Alcott
Two young women traveling through Europe find romance and adventure when two charming men join their journey under false
Ages 10–14
Cover of An Old-Fashioned Girl
An Old-Fashioned Girl
Louisa May Alcott
For children navigating new social scenes, this story highlights the power of kindness and staying true to yourself, eve
Ages 10–14
Cover of Under the Lilacs
Under the Lilacs
Louisa May Alcott
For children navigating feelings of loneliness or seeking belonging, this heartwarming tale explores how kindness and pe
Ages 8–12

By Age Range

Ages 8–11
7 books
Good Wives
The Baron's Gloves
An Old-Fashioned Girl
Ages 12–18
8 books
Good Wives
The Baron's Gloves
An Old-Fashioned Girl

Common Themes

Resilience & PerseveranceFamily & SiblingsFriendship & SocialGrowing UpSelf-Confidence & IdentityFriendship & LoyaltyEmpathy & KindnessMaking Friends

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