Jack and Jill: A Village Story

In 1889, Ednah D. Cheney noted that Louisa May Alcott was "universally recognized as the greatest and most popular story-teller for children in her generation." With this illustrated 1905 volume, discover one of Alcott's lesser-known but most charming children's books, "Jack and Jill: A Village Story." Originally published in 1880, Alcott's creative retelling of the classic nursery tale focuses on the story of Jack and Jill, two childhood friends who suffer a sledding accident and then recuperate with the help of their loving families and friends. This touching story will teach both young and old alike that "every genuine act or word, no matter how trifling it seems, leaves a sweet and strengthening influence behind."