Jo's Boys: Book Guide, Author and Facts
Jo's Boys by Louisa May Alcott — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

This sequel to Alcott's "Little Women" and "Little Men" chronicles the return of the classmates of Plumfield, Jo's school for boys. Readers reencounter Nat, the orphaned street musician, now a conservatory student; restless Dan, back from the gold mines of California; business-minded Tom; and other old friends.
Quick facts about Jo's Boys
- Title: Jo's Boys
- Author: Louisa May Alcott
- First published: 1886
- Genre: fiction, family life, boarding schools
- OpenLibrary ID: OL26668762W
Where to read Jo's Boys
Jo's Boys by Louisa May Alcott is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Jo's Boys about?
This sequel to Alcott's "Little Women" and "Little Men" chronicles the return of the classmates of Plumfield, Jo's school for boys.
Who wrote Jo's Boys?
Jo's Boys was written by Louisa May Alcott.
When was Jo's Boys published?
Jo's Boys was first published in 1886.



