There is a wonderful film online featuring the stories of six prominent women writers (including Louisa May Alcott, of course!. It is called Behind a Mask: Six Women Finding a Space to Write. Here is the summary from the website, Films on Demand Digital Educational Video: Behind a Mask: Six Women Finding a Space to …
Book review: Little Women An Annotated Edition, edited by Daniel Shealy
I am delighted when Gabrielle Donnelly, author of The Little Women Letters (see previous post) offered to review this wonderful new edition of Little Women. Ed. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * There are two ways to read Daniel Shealy's …
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The million dollar question, and the priceless answer
Following up with my last post about the lecture I attended at New North Church featuring John Matteson, author of Eden’s Outcasts: The Story of Louisa May Alcott and Her Father, there is a question I have wanted to ask Matteson since I started reading his book almost two years ago. How is it that …
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Do Louisa May Alcott’s didactic tales of fantasy have a place in children’s reading today?
Last December I had the opportunity to tour Orchard House during the Christmas season (see previous post, “A lovely holiday visit to Orchard House, capped off by some great finds!”). The theme of the period decorations was Louisa May Alcott’s “first born,” Flower Fables. To properly prepare for the tour, I decided to read this …
A lovely holiday visit to Orchard House, capped off by some great finds!
My husband Rich is a good guy. I thanked him several times for “indulging me” and accompanying me to the utterly charming holiday program at Louisa May Alcott’s Orchard House this past Saturday. I also had the opportunity of meeting one of you! Robin, it was a pleasure to accompany you on the tour. An …
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Little Women meets the Japanese – exciting cultural exchange between Concord’s sister city and Orchard House director
The last newsletter from Louisa May Alcott's Orchard House contained some pretty exciting news, beginning with the special invitation to members for the annual Open House, and the public book signing hosted by Eve Laplante for her critically acclaimed Marmee & Louisa: The Untold Story of Louisa May Alcott and Her Mother. (see previous post). …
A special Christmas Invitation from Louisa May Alcott’s Orchard House
Christmas wouldn't be Christmas without the festivities at Louisa May Alcott's Orchard House. The homestead is decorated in the spirit of the Alcott family and the staff provides wonderful programs for the season. An extra treat of course is the recent release of Eve LaPlante's groundbreaking books, Marmee & Louisa The Untold Story of Louisa …
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Concord in Autumn: walking the path Louisa walked
Concord, home to Louisa May Alcott. I have been a student of Louisa on and off, for most of my life. Back in August of 2010 I decided to commit myself to study and share my reflections with you. I have so enjoyed all the book discussions and your wonderful comments about our favorite author. …
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Follow-up on new movie based on Little Women
I was unable to go to the filming that's taking place in my home town of Grafton but it has been covered and I thought you'd like to see how it's progressing: Lights! Camera! Action! 'Orchard House' Hits Grafton Common Click to Tweet & Share: Update on "Orchard House" the movie, a modern update of …
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My 3 days with Louisa (conclusion): Windows into the past, and a lasting memento
When I requested Lizzie’s diary at Houghton Library, I received a thick, bound volume full of many treasures. Some of those treasures included Anna’s childhood diaries. Anna is an engaging writer While Lizzie’s writings read more like lists, Anna’s read like little stories. Anna was very faithful about keeping her journal and lamented if she …
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Louisa May Alcott is My Passion 