Work
About this book
In this story of a woman's search for a meaningful life, Alcott moves outside the family setting of her best knows works. Originally published in 1872, Work is both an exploration of Alcott's personal conflicts and a social critique, examining women's independence, the moral significance of labor, and the goals to which a woman can aspire. Influenced by Transcendentalism and by the women's rights movement, it affirms the possibility of a feminized utopian society.
Reader Profile
3.7/5 · 1191 readers · 443 pages · ≈ 8 h 12 m · Challenging
How long does it take to read Work?
About ≈ 8 h 12 m — 443 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is Work?
443 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is Work?
It sits on the Short Stories, History, Fiction shelves.
Is Work in the public domain?
Yes — it is free to read and share.
Where does Work take place?
It is set in New England.
Who wrote Work?
Louisa May Alcott.
Where can I read Work online for free?
It is in the public domain — read it free on Open Library