' Rich or poor we will keep together & be happy in one another' Christmas won't be the same this year for Meg Jo Beth & Amy as their father is away fighting in the Civil War & the family has fallen on hard times But though they may be poor life for the four March sisters is rich with colour as they play games put on wild theatricals make new friends argue grapple with their vices learn from their mistakes nurse each other through sickness & disappointments & get into all sorts of trouble BACKSTORY Learn all about the author's life & how it inspired her famous story & find out which of the March sisters you most resemble! ...

Please note this is a region 2 DVD & will require a region 2 or region free DVD player in order to play The March sisters live & grow in post-Civil War America ...

Please note this is a region 2 DVD & will require a region 2 (Europe) or region Free DVD Player in order to play Set against the backdrop of a country divided the story follows the four March sisters Meg (Willa Fitzgerald) Jo (Maya Hawke) Beth (Annes Elwy) & Amy (Kathryn Newton) on their journey from childhood to adulthood while their father (Dylan Baker) is away at war Under the guidance of their mother Marmee (Emily Watson) the girls navigate what it means to be a young woman From gender roles to sibling rivalry first love loss & marriage Accompanied by the charming boy next door Laurie Laurence (Jonah Hauer-King) their cantankerous wealthy Aunt March (Angela Lansbury) & benevolent neighbour Mr Laurence (Michael Gambon) Little Women is a coming-of-age story that is as relevant & engaging today as it was on its original publication in 1868 Actors Maya Hawke Kathryn Newton Dylan Baker Willa Fitzgerald Annes Elwy Writers Heidi Thomas Language English Number of discs 1 ...

This Penguin Classics edition of Louisa May Alcott's inspiring tale of sisterhood Little Women is edited with an introduction by Elaine Showalter The charming story of four 'little women'
- Meg Jo Amy & Beth
- & their wise & patient mother Marmee was an instant success when first published in 1868 Enduring hardships & enjoying adventures in Civil War New England the March sisters have been adored for generations Readers have rooted for Laurie in his pursuit of Jo's hand cried over little Beth's death & dreamed of travelling through Europe with old Aunt March & Amy Future writers have found inspiration in Jo's devotion to her writing In this simple enthralling tale both parts of which are included here Louisa May Alcott has created four of American literature's most beloved women In her enlightening thoughtful introduction Elaine Showalter discusses Louisa May Alcott's influences & her aspirations for Little Women as well as the impact the novel has had on such women writers as Joyce Carol Oates & Cynthia Ozick This edition also

Includes:: notes on the text by Siobhan Kilfeather & Vinca Showalter Louisa May Alcott (1832-1888) grew up surrounded by American writers such as Ralph Waldo Emerson Nathaniel Hawthorne & Henry David Thoreau Drawing on her experience as a volunteer nurse in the Union Army during the American Civil War she published Hospital Sketches in 1863 followed by gothic romances & lurid thrillers such as A Modern Mephistopheles & A Long Fatal Love Chase In 1868 she published Little Women which proved so popular that it was followed by two sequels If you enjoyed Little Women you might like Elizabeth Gaskell's Wives & Daughters also available in Penguin Classics



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Loosely following the months of the year this colourful busy book follows the little ones as they take part in seasonal activities from visiting the spring lambs to paddling on the beach & cooking an autumn feast Filled with images & references that all toddlers will identify with & with lots to talk about this title is domestic & familiar & just perfect for sharing ...

From the enchanting world of internationally known fantasy artist Selina Fenech comes this magical fairy figurine available as part of Nemesis Now´s Premium wholesale giftware range A young fairy sits on a tall toadstool hugging her knees & staring at you Her violet dress hangs down spilling over the dge & her small maroon butterfly wings are gently relaxed behind her Her long golden hair hangs down messily flowing past her bare feet over the edge of the toadstool Truly the smallest of the fae she sits alone but not lonely Cast in the finest resin before being h&-painted this calming & enchanting piece draws in any lover of fairies making this figurine perfect for adding a touch of peaceful magic to any room SPECIFICATIONS Weight 07250 kg ...

From the enchanting world of internationally known fantasy artist Selina Fenech comes this magical fairy lamp exclusively available as part of Nemesis Now´s wholesale giftware range In a pink forest of enchanted toadstools a young fairy sits on a particularly tall one hugging her knees & staring at you Her white dress hangs down fading towards violet at the bottom & her pink & violet butterfly wings match the magical butterflies fluttering around her Her long golden hair hangs down messily flowing past her bare feet over the edge of the toadstool Truly the smallest of the fae she sits alone but not lonely This calming & enchanting art is only enhanced when the lamp is lit making any room feel more magical SPECIFICATIONS Designer Selina Fenech Category Fairies Function Lighting Weight 04833kg Primary Colour Red Secondary Colour White ...

Please note this is a region 2 DVD & will require a region 2 (Europe) or region Free DVD Player in order to play Set in a time after the second World War it&s a magical story about two unforgettable friends An abandoned discarded Christmas bulb afraid & alone & an eight year old boy who finds him & takes him home Broken & useless Little Light is of no value to anyone
- except to young Timothy who sees himself in Little Lights plight Timothy&s belief is so strong that Little Light can &shine& again when the town suffers a blackout from a fierce winter storm Little Light triumphs over all odds
- & his own self doubt
- to &shine& lighting the way for others who &see the light& Featuring six original songs the voice of Emmy Award Winner Jane Seymour & narrated by Tony Award Winner James Naughton The Littlest Light On The Christmas Tree is a warm & touching animated story about the miracle of believing & the power of the human heart


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Join Russell Penny Blythe & all of the pets for these br&-new adventures based on the hit animated TV series & toy line ...

Take the pets on a tour through Downtown City in their very own double-decker shuttle bus! A disco ball & star-shaped banners create a real party atmosphere & the emoji bubble lets everyone know what a fun time the pets are having – right through the megaphone on the roof! Decorate the shuttle with Deco Bits pieces & stickers for a custom look Shuttle comes with pet (Barkley Woofley 92) with hat accessory – looks like he&s the official driver of this fun-filled vehicle Featuring fun bobble-head motion he makes a great addition to any pet collection & girls can bring their pets to life in the LPS Your World app Once the app is launched simply hold the pet & scan the code to unlock it in the game! Play activities decorate & design a cool Littlest Pet Shop world digitally! Fits 5 pets & 5 pet friends Fun accessories & stickers Decorate with Deco Bits pieces ...