Moods, Louisa May Alcott

Moods

Louisa May Alcott

Level
B2
Words
86,003
Chapters
9
First published
1864
Reading time
about 10 hours
Translation
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Moods follows Sylvia Yule, a passionate and impulsive young woman who marries the wrong man after a misunderstanding. The novel explores her inner conflict between duty and desire, and her struggle to find true happiness. Alcott's prose is clear and direct, with strong character development and emotional depth. Its moderate length and accessible language make it a good choice for intermediate English learners.

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How much English do I need?

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Is there audio?

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