1832- 1888
In 1868, Louisa May Alcott published America’s favorite youth novel, “Little Women”. But before this literary notoriety, she experienced her family’s attempt to pursue utopia on a religious commune, published thrillers under an pseudonym, wrote abolitionist literature for the Atlantic, served as Union nurse in the American Civil War, and organized the women of Massachusetts to pursue suffrage.
This first-person program begins with the author introducing herself, and interspersing her life story with readings from selected works from her portfolio, ranging from obscure to cherished. Followed by a participant-driven q&a.
Program themes: American slavery, women’s voting and economic rights, literary history, gender roles
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