The Little Women Cookbook

Enjoy this collection of recipes for lunches, desserts, Christmas breakfasts, and more, inspired by the classic novel and Victorian-era cookbooks.

You already adore Little Women and the story of four sisters who, with little means, find their own paths through life in a tale full of laughter, love, loss, and family. Now experience Louisa May Alcott’s classic novel in an entirely new and delightful way—as a cookbook. Step back through time, imagine yourself at the March family table with your favorite characters, and whip up recipes like:

·      Meg’s Plummy Wedding-Cake

·      Jo’s Molasses Candy Fit to Eat

·      Beth’s Toast for Tea

·      Amy’s Lovely Pickled Limes

·      Laurie’s Distracting French Bonbons

·      Hannah’s Good Family Bread

·      And more

Adapted from vintage Victorian-era cookbooks for the modern chef, these delicious dishes are paired with timeless illustrations, favorite passages, and historical trivia provided by the authors, founders of the literary food blog 36 Eggs.

“A joy to simply browse through and ideal for planning truly memorable meals with, the Little Women Cookbook is an engagingly unique and unreservedly recommended addition to . . . cookbook collections.” —Midwest Book Review

“Obsessed with Louisa May Alcott's book Little Women and the sweet bond between the March sisters? Now you can feel like part of the family with The Little Women Cookbook.” —Popsugar