869622 But it was too late: the study draw flew open, and Beth ran straight into her father\'s arms, 1868 (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ilustration from "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott by her sister May Alcott showing Beth greeting Mr March returning from the civil war where he has been serving as a Union chaplain. The story is loosely based on Alcott\'s childhood experiences with her three sisters); American, out of copyright.