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Good Wives

eng. Good Wives · 1869
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Interesting Facts

  • The book is a sequel to the famous novel «Little Women» and tells the further fate of the March sisters.
  • The story explores themes of growing up, family relationships, and women’s independence, which was innovative for its time.
  • One of the central events is Meg’s wedding, symbolizing the transition to adulthood.
  • Jo, one of the main heroines, continues to pursue a writing career, reflecting Louisa May Alcott’s own ambitions.
  • The book touches on social and cultural changes in America after the Civil War, showing how they affect the characters’ lives.
Good Wives
Date of publication: 30 January 2025
Last updated: 2 July 2025
———Original titleeng. Good Wives · 1869