897 Quotes by Louisa May Alcott

All the worse for the undeniable talent which hides the evil so subtly and makes the danger so delightful.

Let us be elegant or die!

I want to do something splendid…Something heroic or wonderful that won’t be forgotten after I’m dead…I think I shall write books.

I love good strong words that mean something.

Christmas won’t be Christmas without any presents,' grumbled Jo, lying on the rug. 'It’s so dreadful to be poor!' sighed Meg, looking down at her old dress.

Life is a fight, and I like a good soldier.

I don't believe fine young ladies enjoy themselves a bit more than we do, in spite of our burned hair, old gowns, one glove apiece, and tight slippers that sprain our ankles when we are silly enough to wear them.

They always looked back before turning the corner, for their mother was always at the window to nod and smile, and wave her hand to them. Somehow it seemed as if they couldn't have got through the day without that, for whatever their mood might be, the last glimpse of that motherly face was sure to affect them like sunshine.

I'm not Meg tonight, I'm a 'doll'.