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Aunt Jo's Scrap-Bag, Volume 3 Cupid and Chow-chow, etc.

By Louisa May Alcott

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"Aunt Jo's Scrap-Bag, Volume 3" by Louisa May Alcott is a collection of children's stories written in the late 19th century. This charming volume feat...

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"Aunt Jo's Scrap-Bag, Volume 3" by Louisa May Alcott is a collection of children's stories written in the late 19th century. This charming volume features various narratives, each woven with Alcott's signature warmth and moral lessons, showcasing the adventures of young characters and their relationships with family and peers. The stories often highlight themes of love, friendship, and personal growth, appealing to a sense of nostalgia and innocence. The opening of the book introduces the story "Cupid and Chow-Chow," where we meet Cupid, a cheerful young boy named for his loving nature. He eagerly anticipates the arrival of his cousin, Chow-Chow, but finds himself in an amusing predicament when their initial interaction goes awry—Cupid's affectionate greeting is met with Chow-Chow's fierce and comedic rebuffing. As their relationship develops amidst playful banter and minor conflicts, the story explores the dynamics of childhood friendships, personal identity, and the innocent struggles of growing up. Alcott's ability to blend humor with heartfelt moments is evident right from the start, inviting readers to enjoy the whimsical adventures of these delightful characters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

About the Author

Louisa May Alcott was an American novelist, short story writer, and poet best known for writing the novel Little Women (1868) and its sequels Good Wives (1869), Little Men (1871), and Jo's Boys (1886). Raised in New England by her transcendentalist parents, Abigail May and Amos Bronson Alcott, she grew up among many well-known intellectuals of the day, including Margaret Fuller, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Nathaniel Hawthorne, and Henry David Thoreau. Encouraged by her family, Louisa began writing from an early age.

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