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“Little Women” by Louisa May Alcott is a classic coming-of-age novel that follows the lives of the four March sisters—Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy—during the Civil War era in Concord, Massachusetts. The story revolves around their struggles, aspirations, and personal growth as they navigate the challenges of adolescence into womanhood.

The March sisters, guided by their mother Marmee, face financial hardships while their father is away at war. Meg, the eldest, dreams of a traditional life; Jo, an aspiring writer, seeks independence; Beth, a gentle soul, battles illness; and Amy, the youngest, yearns for artistic accomplishment. Through heartbreaks, triumphs, and the bonds of sisterhood, each sister discovers her unique path to fulfillment, love, and personal success.