Louisa as Legacy

At the time of Louisa May Alcott's death, she was known to most as the "children's friend," an author of children's books and particularly books for girls. As time passed and scholars made the connection between Louisa May Alcott and the lurid thrillers she wrote under pen names, Louisa's legacy took on new dimensions. Today, we can appreciate Louisa May Alcott as the feminist and forward-thinking woman who is also the author of a famous novel called Little Women. This episode discusses Louisa's legacy and how it has changed over time.Support Elsewhere Studios: https://www.elsewherestudios.orgLearn more: www.letgeniusburn.com