A new edition of Louisa May Alcott's Little Women, with illustrations by Clara M. Burd - an irresistible author-artist pairing sure to delight all lovers of the classic novel. Louisa May Alcott's Little Women was a critically acclaimed bestseller upon its publication in 1868. It tells the story of sisters Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy March - each a young woman with a distinctive and relatable personality, a rare feature for a children's novel at the time. The novel continues to resonate with readers as a timeless tale of growing up. This is the first modern edition of Little Women to feature the complete illustrations of Clara Miller Burd, originally executed in 1926. Burd's brilliant colour plates and detailed drawings bring the world of the March family to life. An introduction by Alice A. Carter, an expert on Golden Age illustration, explores Burd's life and the work of early twentieth-century women illustrators. This new edition, handsomely bound in cloth, will be the perfect gift for all devotees of Little Women. AUTHOR: Louisa May Alcott (1832-1888) was a beloved author of children's literature. Clara M. Burd (1873-1933) was a stained-glass designer and illustrator. Her work appeared in numerous magazines and children's books, including Alcott's Little Men and Jo's Boys. SELLING POINTS: . An irresistible author-artist pairing: Louisa May Alcott's beloved story of growing up, with illustrations by Clara Miller Burd's absorbing illustrations . This is the first contemporary edition of Little Women to feature the complete illustrations of Clara Miller Burd, originally executed in 1926. . New introduction by Alice A. Carter, noted authority on Golden Age illustration . Beautifully bound in cloth with gold stamping and a tip-on . The perfect gift for all devotees of this perennial classic