Anne of Green Gables

Anne of Green Gables is a children’s book written by Lucy Maud Montgomery, a Canadian author. Moreover, the first edition of the book was published in 1908.
Lucy Maud Montgomery wrote the story inspired by a newspaper article that recounted the case of a couple who received an orphan girl instead of the requested child. Despite this, they kept the girl, who continued to live with them. Additionally, L.M. Montgomery also drew from memories of her own childhood in the rural area of Prince Edward Island in Canada at the end of the 19th century.

Recommended for: Children, fans of classic literature, those interested in stories set in rural areas, readers who enjoy coming-of-age tales.

You will:

Explore the enchanting world of Anne Shirley, a spirited and imaginative orphan who finds her place at Green Gables farm.
Witness her growth and transformation as she navigates the challenges and joys of life in Avonlea.
Experience the beauty of Prince Edward Island through vivid descriptions and relatable characters.
Be captivated by Anne’s adventures, her unique way of speaking, and her indomitable spirit.
Discover the power of love, friendship, and the resilience of the human spirit.

Plot Summary

Anne Shirley is an orphan with freckles and red hair who is accidentally sent to the Green Gables farm. The farm is home to two siblings, Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert, and is located in the fictional town of Avonlea on Prince Edward Island.
The name of the book is derived from the green tiles that adorn the house on the farm.
Even though Matthew and Marilla were waiting for a child to help them with the farm work, they decided to keep Anne. She is a bright and insightful girl, with a great imagination. Besides, Anne’s personality brings great joy to the brothers and the rest of the residents of Avonlea.
Also, the wild imagination of Anne, her way of speaking and her temperament make her the center of several adventures. Thanks to the love and discipline with which Martilla and Matthews raised Anne, she becomes an intelligent and independent young woman who constructively uses her imagination.
At sixteen, Anne goes to the Queen’s Academy to get a teaching license. Anne manages to get her license in one year instead of the usual two years. Besides, she wins the Avery Scholarship as the best student in English. Thus, the scholarship would allow her to study a Bachelor of Arts in Nova Scotia. Unfortunately, a tragedy in her life will change her plans.

Adaptations

Anne of Green Gables has been adapted into films, television series, musicals, and stage plays. Notable adaptations include the 1985 film and its sequels, the 2017-2019 Netflix series Anne with an E, the beloved musical Anne of Green Gables: The Musical, and various stage plays. These adaptations have brought the charm and enchantment of Anne’s story to audiences worldwide, allowing them to experience her world in different artistic forms.

Licensing

Lucy Maud Montgomery. Anne of Green Gables. Publisher: L. C. Page & Company, London. Originally published in 1908. This work is in the public domain in the United States because it was published before January 1, 1929. The longest-living author of this work died in 1942, so this work is in the public domain in countries and areas where the copyright term is the author’s life plus 81 years or less. Text from Wikisource: https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Anne_of_Green_Gables_(1908)
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