One of the best-known American literary classics is "Little Woman." Louisa May Alcott's moving story of hardship, loss and coming-of-age appeals as well girls than women In a tribute to this classic story, Geraldine Brooks brings us "March." Written for an older audience, "March" is the poignant tale of Mr. March, the father and wife of the protagonists. “Little Women.” The companion novel details his adventures in the South, and the events that led him to join the Union Army at the age of 40. , blessed with a head for teaching However, the once innocent, well-meaning and naive man who volunteered to be a chaplain in the Union forces was scarred beyond belief. recovery through what he saw during his service. Throughout the book, he learns and changes from the person he once was. The facilitators of this transformation include Silas Stone, Zannah the former slave, and his wife, Marmee; for better or worse, they have each changed Mr. Marsh and the way he sees the world. When the book opens, Mr. March and company are forced to. ...