Usborne Young Reading Series This is a re-telling of the beloved story by Louisa May Alcott for children learning to read. Follow the fortunes of the March family as they struggle through the American Civil War and learn the importance of love, family and following your dreams. Usborne"s Young Reading series was developed in conjunction with experts from Roehampton University and is designed to encourage independent reading. Each title has clear, engaging text and is accompanied by original illustrations.