First published in 1878, Under the Lilacs is a children’s novel by Louisa May Alcott. It follows the story of a boy name Ben and his dog Sancho. On the run from their lives in the circus, Ben and Sancho find themselves taken in by the friendly Moss family. Thanks to their kindness, Ben soon has a job, a family, and a chance to go to school. But can life with Miss Celia and his other new friends ever compare to the excitement of the circus? And will Ben stay out of mischief long enough to find out?
This early copy from Alcott’s regular publishers the Roberts Brothers is in wonderful condition and includes some beautiful black and white illustrations.
- Title: Under the Lilacs
- Author: Louisa May Alcott
- Publisher: Roberts Brothers
- Place: Boston
- Year: 1890
- Format: 12mo
- Length: 305pp
- Dimensions: 5” x 7” x 1.25”
- Condition: Publisher's binding. Brown cloth with gilt titles and red and black ornamentation. Leafy and green patterned endpapers. Cover has minimal scuffing and wear. Binding is tight. Pages clean and lightly toned. No missing pages. No folds or tears. No marginalia.