Little men

Little Men continues the story of Jo March, now married to Professor Bhaer and running Plumfield, a school for boys. The house is full of lively pupils of every temper and background, from the mischievous to the troubled. Jo and her husband teach through kindness, trust and practical learning rather than harsh discipline. The book is episodic and affectionate, with gardens, games, pranks and small crises. It shows Alcott's ideas about gentle education and gives readers a warm return to a beloved heroine.