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Louisa May Alcott: Abolitionist, Suffragette, and Mercenary

Source: Tavistock Books

Although she is best known for writing the childhood classic Little Women, Louisa May Alcott was far more interested in advocating for freedom for all. Learn more about this multifaceted American author.

This entry was posted in The Move Toward Freedom and tagged Arts & Entertainment, Historic Figures on July 1, 2018 by Mikki Gibson.

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