Begun in 2010, this blog offers analysis and reflection by Susan Bailey on the life, works and legacy of Louisa May Alcott and her family. Susan is an active member and supporter of the Louisa May Alcott Society, the Fruitlands Museum and Louisa May Alcott's Orchard House.
A sweet letter to young fans of Little Women from “Meg”
I came across this very sweet letter from Anna Alcott Pratt to some young admirers of Louisa after she had written Little Women. It’s very revealing as to how she felt about her sisters, and herself. To me she seems hard on herself but most people don’t think they are as good as their family and friends think they are.