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Eight Cousins (Dover Children's Evergreen Classics) Paperback – February 27, 2007

by Louisa May Alcott (Author)
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When Rose Campbell, a shy orphan, arrives at "The Aunt Hill" to live with her six aunts and seven boisterous male cousins, she is quite overwhelmed. How could such a delicate young lady, used to the quiet hallways of a girls' boarding school, exist in such a spirited home? It is the arrival of Uncle Alec that changes everything. Much to the horror of her aunts, Rose's forward-thinking uncle insists that the child get out of the parlor and into the sunshine. And with a little courage and lots of adventures with her mischievous but loving cousins, Rose begins to bloom.
Written by the beloved author of Little Women, Eight Cousins is a masterpiece of children's literature. This endearing novel offers readers of all ages an inspiring story about growing up, making friends, and facing life with strength and kindness.
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    9 - 13 years
  2. Print length
    224 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    4 - 7
  5. Lexile measure
    1150
  6. Dimensions
    5.25 x 0.75 x 8 inches
  7. Publisher
    Dover Publications
  8. Publication date
    February 27, 2007
  9. ISBN-10
    0486455599
  10. ISBN-13
    978-0486455594
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Eight Cousins

Dover Evergreen Classics
Dover Evergreen Classics

For two decades, this thoughtfully curated series has been presenting enduring works of children's literature in unabridged editions. This series offers young readers a veritable rainbow of timeless tales.

Eight Cousins

A shy orphan blossoms among her spirited relatives in this captivating novel by the author of Little Women. Readers of all ages treasure its tales of friendship, kindness, and courage. This endearing novel offers readers of all ages an inspiring story about growing up, making friends, and facing life with strength and kindness.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Dover Publications (February 27, 2007)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 224 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0486455599
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0486455594
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 9 - 13 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 1150
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 4 - 7
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 6 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.25 x 0.75 x 8 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 615 ratings

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Louisa May Alcott

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Louisa May Alcott was both an abolitionist and a feminist. She is best known for Little Women (1868), a semi-autobiographical account of her childhood years with her sisters in Concord, Massachusetts. Alcott, unlike Jo, never married: "... because I have fallen in love with so many pretty girls and never once the least bit with any man." She was an advocate of women's suffrage and was the first woman to register to vote in Concord, Massachusetts.

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Mary Soelberg
5.0 out of 5 stars DELIGHTFUL!
Reviewed in the United States on June 2, 2023
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I am SO glad that I chose to read this book. It's a strong reminder of the pleasure to be found in a true classic. This is a fascinating story beautifully written filled with well-developed characters who produce laughter, tears and tender lessons in generous quantities. Suitable for all ages and anyone who appreciates quality writing.
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sldm1949
5.0 out of 5 stars Delightful
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I loved this book from the beginning. All the characters were delightful and their personalities so different. It reminded me of my childhood growing up with MT cousins and younger uncles. Goid memories.
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The Flower Princess
4.0 out of 5 stars 7 boys and 1 girl...6 aunts and an uncle...
Reviewed in the United States on July 17, 2008
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EIGHT COUSINS is definitely on my list of favorite books, though I cannot say I like it quite as much as LITTLE WOMEN or AN OLD FASHIONED GIRL. But it does come close, don't get me wrong. The scenes on the little island out at sea, or in the big houses on the green "Aunt-Hill" near the beach where the whole Campbell clan lives, or in Rose's exotic tropical bedroom, or on the skating pond in the freezing winter, create special feelings in my heart that are as fond memories as if I'd really been there. It's definitely a girly book (that is to say, I doubt boys would like it) because the main character is a 13-year-old orphan girl, Rose, and everything is seen from her feminine perspective. I enjoyed how Louisa May Alcott developed the characters: each of the seven boy cousins is different and likable in his own way, and each of the six aunts (2 great-aunts and 4 aunts) has her own peculiarities and lovable qualities. I especially love Uncle Alec, who is portrayed as Rose's young-at-heart guardian who always has the best ideas and the most healthy fun. It was at first difficult to keep all the characters straight in my mind, since Miss Alcott sometimes just calls the boys by their nicknames and since there are so many families, but I created a "Campbell-family-tree" sort of thing on a little card and referred to it when necessary, which was very helpful. Once I got the family straight, I got attached to each one and was in suspense at the climax when Rose gets to choose whether she wants to keep staying with her uncle or go to live with one of the aunts. This book is a good classic that shows how to keep peaceful family relationships and have healthy, clean fun.
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P Rotondo
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Memories
Reviewed in the United States on September 6, 2012
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I loved reading this book again! I got my first (printed) copy of this novel when I was about 12 and it is just as good 40 years later. It is one of Alcott's lesser known novels but is a wonderful read for young girls. The language is a bit advanced for some but not enough to get in the way of the story. Actually, it may be nice to have a younger reader talk to an adult while reading it to help understand the parts related to customs and practices common during the period in which the story is set. I think this can be a lovely story for a mom and daughter to share reading.
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Martha Hund
3.0 out of 5 stars Wholesome!
Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2023
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I enjoy reading Louisa May Alcott stories. This one is entertaining and has a wholesome storyline. There is a follow up story titled “Rose in Bloom”, which I also enjoyed reading.
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RDS
5.0 out of 5 stars Typical Louisa May Alcott!
Reviewed in the United States on June 14, 2023
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Typical of LMA, this is a fine read with a great mix of sentiment, love and laughter. I loved it!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Classic tale of a girl learning how to be a woman with morality and self-confidence.
Reviewed in the United States on October 20, 2022
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Rose starts out as a shadow of a girl, orphaned and sickly. She is not allowed to do much because her several aunts fret over her well-being. But her uncle soon adopts her and begins a wonderful year-long adventure with many twists and turns. Rose blossoms into the girl she was meant to be, beautiful-not by girly standards with fashion, but by true health and happiness. I recommend this book to anyone who wants to read a simple heartfelt story, cheering on the heroine as she grows up amongst her extended family of several boy cousins, aunts and cousins.
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nancy
5.0 out of 5 stars Love this book
Reviewed in the United States on November 18, 2021
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I have always loved this book. It makes me happy to readitIhave always loved this book. It makes me happy to read it.
Such simple times,such worthy read
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NP
3.0 out of 5 stars But Eight Cousins is worth a read just because it's LM Alcott and it's pretty advanced for the century it's set in
Reviewed in India on August 22, 2017
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Honestly, I'm past the age of reading 'classics' and things from that time. But Eight Cousins is worth a read just because it's LM Alcott and it's pretty advanced for the century it's set in. The quality of the binding and pages is great, of course.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Ein schönes Buch
Reviewed in Germany on May 10, 2017
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Gefällt mir gut. Eigentlich besser als die Fortsetzung "Rose in Bloom", da es etwas freudiger ist und die Fortsetzung vorwiegend mit Liebeskummer zu tun hat (für Menschen, die das mögen aber sonst auch sehr gut geschrieben).
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MC
5.0 out of 5 stars One for Little Women fans
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 29, 2015
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A favourite from my past, and a real pleasure to read it again as an adult.
Some people may not like the religious/moral tone of the book, but to me it serves as a reminder that there is more to life than hedonism and self- seeking. If you like Little Women, you will love this.
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Gayatri
4.0 out of 5 stars Good quality.
Reviewed in India on October 13, 2019
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Jonaloise
5.0 out of 5 stars A good copy and looked brand new
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 19, 2015
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A good copy and looked brand new. Very pleased. My daughter asked for this as she had the sequel and couldn't read it until she had
this first one. It may be old fashioned now but still very enjoyable she said.
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