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A heartwarming coming-of-age novel, Louisa May Alcott’s “An Old-Fashioned Girl” follows Polly Milton as she navigates friendship, social class, and personal growth in 19th-century Boston.
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An Old-Fashioned Girl
…with a very earnest prayer, Polly asked for the strength of an upright soul, the beauty of a tender heart, the power to make her life a sweet and stirring song,…”
An Old-Fashioned Girl is a heartwarming coming-of-age novel by Louisa May Alcott, first published in 1869.
It follows Polly Milton, a principled country girl who visits her wealthy friend Fanny Shaw in Boston and finds herself at odds with the city’s glittering but superficial society.
Through kindness, humility, and quiet strength, Polly gradually transforms the lives of those around her—proving that character outshines fashion and sincerity never goes out of style.
Written by the beloved author of Little Women, this enduring classic explores themes of friendship, self-respect, and the power of staying true to one’s values.
Alcott’s vivid storytelling and moral insight offer readers a refreshing alternative to modern cynicism, making this novel as relevant today as it was over a century ago.
Whether rediscovered or read for the first time, An Old-Fashioned Girl is a timeless treasure for anyone who believes in the beauty of simplicity and the strength of a good heart.
This beautifully formatted edition by Pastime Joy Publishing preserves the original text of An Old-Fashioned Girl, immersing readers in the rich language and societal nuances of the Victorian era.
Special Features:
Crafted with care and formatted with attention to detail, this edition offers a luxurious reading experience designed for your comfort and enjoyment.
Printed in a clear, easy-to-read 12-point font with generous margins on cream paper, it provides a visually pleasing and immersive journey through the pages.
Beautifully bound with a captivating cover design, this book is one to treasure—a timeless classic you will enjoy for years to come!
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Louisa May Alcott
Louisa May Alcott (1832–1888) was an American author raised amid the Transcendentalist circle in New England, who overcame family poverty by teaching, domestic work, and writing.
She first earned readers’ attention with Hospital Sketches (drawn from her Civil War nursing service) and later achieved lasting fame with Little Women and related works.
Fiercely independent, she published under pseudonyms early on, championed women’s rights and abolition, and never married.
