Amos Bronson Alcott
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About
Transcendentalist figure known for his innovative educational methods and writings and his Utopian community experiments.
Before Fame
He first worked as a traveling salesman; however, he found this lifestyle detrimental to his soul and switched to a teaching career.
Trivia
He was a close friend of fellow Transcendentalist author, Ralph Waldo Emerson.
Family Life
He married Abby May in 1830. Together, they had four daughters.
Associated With
He was the father of "Little Women" author, Louisa May Alcott.
