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“Margaret, the eldest of the four, was sixteen, and very pretty, being plump and fair, with large eyes, plenty of soft brown hair, a sweet mouth, and white hands, of which she was rather vain. Fifteen-year-old Jo was very tall, thin, and brown, and reminded one of a colt, for she never seemed to…” quote by Louisa May Alcott
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““Margaret, the eldest of the four, was sixteen, and very pretty, being plump and fair, with large eyes, plenty of soft brown hair, a sweet mouth, and white hands, of which she was rather vain. Fifteen-year-old Jo was very tall, thin, and brown, and reminded one of a colt, for she never seemed to know what to do with her long limbs, which were very much in her way. She had a decided mouth, a comical nose, and sharp, gray eyes, which appeared to see everything, and were by turns fierce, funny, or thoughtful. Her long, thick hair was her one beauty, but it was usually bundled into a net, to be out of her way. Round shoulders had Jo, big hands and feet, a flyaway look to her clothes, and the uncomfortable appearance of a girl who was rapidly shooting up into a woman and didn't like it. Elizabeth, or Beth, as everyone called her, was a rosy, smooth-haired, bright-eyed girl of thirteen, with a shy manner, a timid voice, and a peaceful expression which was seldom disturbed. Her father called her 'Little Miss Tranquility', and the name suited her excellently, for she seemed to live in a happy world of her own, only venturing out to meet the few whom she trusted and loved. Amy, though the youngest, was a most important person, in her own opinion at least. A regular snow maiden, with blue eyes, and yellow hair curling on her shoulders, pale and slender, and always carrying herself like a young lady mindful of her manners. What the characters of the four sisters were we will leave to be found out.””

Louisa May Alcott

About This Quote

Source Novel: Little Women by Louisa May Alcott, 1868

A brief portrait of the four March sisters, highlighting their distinct personalities and physical traits as they transition from girlhood to womanhood.

In simple terms: Four sisters each have unique looks and temperaments.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and appreciate individual differences.

Themes

family growth identity womanhood

Mood

reflective nostalgic

Type

literary character study

When to use this quote

  • family gatherings
  • school
  • first jobs
  • marriage
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

characterization coming of age gender roles

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do these traits influence their choices?
  • What pressures do they face as they mature?
A Different Perspective

The description may oversimplify complex inner lives.

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