A Garland for Girls

' A Garland for Girls' is a collection of stories written by Alcott for her own amusement in a time of " enforced confinement". The collection is a wonderful assortment of hopelessly sweet tales of the everyday lives and troubles of a number of young girls. The girls are discovering who they are, how capable they are and learning some valuable life lessons along the way.It is a collection that exemplifies Alcott' s feminist beliefs, by highlighting the importance of virtue, patience and self-reliance. The collection offers a fantastic and compelling read, perfect for anyone who loved ' Pride and Prejudice' or ' Sense and Sensibility'.