The story of the March family Through the four daughters Meg, the eldest brother, Joe, the second tender heart, a gruff, tough Bettina shy little girl, and Amy. The youngest self midst of the US Civil War. My father did not go to war. But the mother only, responsibility, caring family. Everyone had to be helped to cope with the obstacles that come with understanding. Until they learn that kindness, friendship and love is priceless rewards.