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Little Women - Beth winding up the grandfather clock
Little Women by Louisa May Alcott - Beth winding up the grandfather clock.
1880
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Alcott Beth Clock Clocks Fiction Frank Grandfather Louisa Maintenance Merrill Thayer Wind Winding
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This image captures the quiet and introspective moment of Beth March, a beloved character from Louisa May Alcott's classic novel, "Little Women." In this scene, Beth, portrayed as a young woman with a gentle and thoughtful expression, is seen tending to the family's grandfather clock. The clock, a symbol of tradition and stability, stands tall and ornate in the background, its pendulum swinging rhythmically. The scene is set in the 1880s, during the 19th century, and the details of the room - the cozy fireplace, the worn wooden floor, and the delicate china on the shelves - transport us back in time. Beth's sister Meg looks on from the doorway, her arms folded as she watches her younger sister perform this essential household task. The image, titled "Beth winding up the grandfather clock," is an engraving by Frank Thayer Merrill, published by FT of New York in 1880. This beautiful and evocative scene from "Little Women" is a testament to the enduring appeal of Alcott's story and the timeless nature of family and sisterhood.
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