An Old-Fashioned Girl

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An Old-Fashioned Girl

by Louisa May Alcott

EN·~9 hours·20 chapters

Chapters

20 total
1

Preface

1:41
2

CHAPTER I. POLLY ARRIVES

26:07
3

CHAPTER II. NEW FASHIONS

25:54
4

CHAPTER III. POLLY'S TROUBLES

24:30
5

CHAPTER IV. LITTLE THINGS

28:21
6

CHAPTER V. SCRAPES

27:33
7

CHAPTER VI. GRANDMA

54:26
8

CHAPTER VII. GOOD-BY

28:19
9

CHAPTER VIII. SIX YEARS AFTERWARD

32:48
10

CHAPTER IX. LESSONS

29:44

Description

Polly, a bright‑spirited young woman raised in the countryside, arrives at the bustling Miller household to stay for a season. Her simple manners and sincere kindness stand out against the fashionable, often frivolous habits of the city’s youth, prompting both curiosity and gentle teasing among the Miller siblings. As she navigates the lively household, her earnest desire to make a home feel warm and harmonious begins to touch everyone she meets.

Through lively dialogue and vivid scenes of daily life, the story paints a picture of 19th‑century family dynamics, where lessons of respect, generosity, and true friendship unfold naturally. Polly’s modest ways challenge the prevailing notions of what a “proper” girl should be, offering listeners a heartfelt glimpse into a world where character outweighs appearance. The narrative invites listeners to share in her gentle adventures, discovering how an old‑fashioned heart can illuminate even the most modern of settings.

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Language

en

Duration

~9 hours (545K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by David Reed, and David Widger

Release date

2001-08-01

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Louisa May Alcott

Louisa May Alcott

1832–1888

Best known for Little Women, this beloved American writer turned family life, hardship, and independence into stories that still feel warm and real. Her books brought spirited girls and young women to the center of the page in a way readers had not often seen before.

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