Behind a mask: The unknown thrillers of Louisa May Alcott - Softcover

Louisa May Alcott

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ISBN 10: 0553025759 ISBN 13: 9780553025750

Publisher: Bantam Books, 1978

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Book Description Publication Date: 1978 Louisa May Alcott's little-known novella is an ingenious study of deception, betrayal, and the ruthless power of a woman scorned. When demure Scottish governess Jean Muir arrives at a wealthy household, the family couldn't be more thrilled with their young new resident and find themselves beguiled by her grace and beauty. But this surrender to her "innocent' charms soon sets the men quarreling for her attention, with the women beside themselves with jealousy. Delighted with her success, Miss Muir sets her sights on the highest prize-but she has only three days to claim victory before the truth, behind her mask, will be exposed. American novelist Louisa May Alcott is best remembered for the perennially popular Little Women.

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Hesperus Press, as suggested by their Latin motto, Et remotissima prope, is dedicated to bringing near what is far—far both in space and time. Works by illustrious authors, often unjustly neglected or simply little known in the English–speaking world, are made accessible through a completely fresh editorial approach and new translations.

Through these classic works, which feature forewords by leading contemporary authors, the modern reader will be introduced to the greatest writers of Europe and America. An elegantly designed series of genuine rediscoveries.

About the Author:

American novelist Louisa May Alcott (1832 - 88) is best remembered for the perennially popular Little Women. Winner of the David Cohen British Literature Prize in 2001, Doris Lessing is one of the most eminent figures in world literature.

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