Jo March & Professor Bhaer
The writer who loved on her own terms
In "Little Women," the independent, ambitious Jo March turns down her friend Laurie and finds an unexpected love in the kind German professor Friedrich Bhaer, who respects her calling as a writer.
01Why it matters
Jo March is one of literature's most beloved heroines and an early icon of the woman who chooses her vocation.
02The conflict
Jo's desire for independence and the expectations of her era.
03The iconic moment
The reunion under the umbrella in the rain.
04What survived
"Little Women"; countless film adaptations.
05Frequently asked questions
Who were Jo March & Professor Bhaer?
In "Little Women," the independent, ambitious Jo March turns down her friend Laurie and finds an unexpected love in the kind German professor Friedrich Bhaer, who respects her calling as a writer.
Why is the story of Jo March & Professor Bhaer famous?
Jo March is one of literature's most beloved heroines and an early icon of the woman who chooses her vocation.
How does the story of Jo March & Professor Bhaer end?
The reunion under the umbrella in the rain. "Little Women"; countless film adaptations.
Is the story of Jo March & Professor Bhaer real?
Jo March & Professor Bhaer is a work of fiction.
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