Little Button-Rose
"Little Button-Rose" is a short story by Louisa May Alcott about a young girl named Button-Rose who is small and delicate, often overlooked by others. She longs for love and attention, feeling like a "little nobody." One day, she discovers a magical world where she meets various characters who help her realize her worth. Through her adventures, she learns about kindness, friendship, and the importance of self-acceptance. Ultimately, Button-Rose finds her place in the world, gaining confidence and a sense of belonging.
By Louisa May Alcott · First published 1854 · Genre: Children's Literature, Fantasy, Fairy Tale · 15,323 words
First lines
"If you please, I've come," said a small girl, as she walked into a large room where three ladies sat at work.
One of the ladies was very thin, one very stout, and the youngest very pretty. The eldest put on her glasses, the stout one dropped her sewing, and the pretty one exclaimed, --
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Little Button-Rose is listed on Textopian as a novella by Louisa May Alcott, dated 1854 CE.
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- Work type: Novella
- Author: Louisa May Alcott
- Date: 1854 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Children's Literature, Fantasy, Fairy Tale, Adventure, Coming-of-Age
- Length: 15,323 words
- Structure: 1 section, 253 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Children's Literature — The book is primarily aimed at a young audience, featuring themes and narratives suitable for children.
- Fantasy — The story includes magical elements and whimsical adventures that are characteristic of the fantasy genre.
- Fairy Tale — The narrative structure and moral lessons align with traditional fairy tale conventions.
- Adventure — The protagonist embarks on various adventures, which is a key element of the adventure genre.
Tags
Children's Literature · Feminism · Coming-of-Age · Family Dynamics · Social Class · Romance · Friendship · Growing Up · Self-Discovery · Morality · Ethics · Societal Expectations