

T he Author is quite aware of the defects of this little story, many of which were unavoidable, as it first appeared serially.īut, as Uncle Alec's experiment was intended to amuse the young folks rather than suggest educational improvements for theĬonsideration of the elders, she trusts that these shortcomings will be overlooked by the friends of the E IGHT C OUSINS, and she will try to make amends in a second volume, which shall attempt to show the R OSE IN B LOOM. The many boys and girls whose letters it has been impossible to answer, this book is dedicated as a peace offering by their friend Information storage and retrieval systems, without permission in writing from the publisher, except by a reviewer who may No part of this book may be reproduced in any form or by any electronic or mechanical means, including

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(Summary from Wikipedia and Maria Therese)įor further information, including links to online text, reader information, RSS feeds, CD cover or other formats (if available), please go to the LibriVox catalog page for this recording.įor more free audio books or to become a volunteer reader, visit 1902, 1903, 1916, 1917 by John S. This is an unabridged recording of Louisa May Alcott’s classic work, originally published in 1874. At the end of a year, she is given a choice of which relative she is to stay with. Through his unorthodox theories about child-rearing and her exposure to the exploits of her seven male cousins and numerous aunts, Rose becomes happier and healthier. When Rose’s guardian, Uncle Alec, returns from abroad he takes over her care.

This is the story of Rose Campbell, a rich but lonely and sickly girl who has been recently orphaned and sent to live with her maiden aunts. LibriVox recording of EIGHT COUSINS, by LOUISA MAY ALCOTT.
