Classics

New Year's Resolution

Submitted by Luanna Adams on Wed, 12/29/2010 - 4:30pm

Pride-Prejudice

I don’t know about you, but every New Year I make resolutions to eat healthier and to exercise, and I never accomplish either. Here’s an idea for a resolution that can actually be accomplished with some pleasant moments and little or no pain: reading classic literature. Some possibilities include Jane Austen,

141st Publication Anniversary of "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott

Submitted by Stephanie Orr on Mon, 09/28/2009 - 2:20pm

Wednesday, September 30th, is the 141st publication anniversary of Little Women by Louisa May Alcott.  The book was originally published on September 30, 1868 and is about the four March sisters: Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy.  It was an immediate success and Ms. Alcott later wrote and second part to the story, Little Men.  The book is still popular today and has been made into films and plays.  Ask the Jacinto City Branch Library Staff about checking out a copy of this great classic!

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