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Anne of Green Gables

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Anne of Green Gables by L. M. Montgomery is about a spirited and imaginative orphan named Anne Shirley who is mistakenly sent to live with Marilla and Matthew Cuthbert, a brother and sister expecting to adopt a boy. As Anne adjusts to life in the fictional community of Avonlea on Prince Edward Island, her vibrant personality and vivid imagination endear her to the community, leading to heartwarming adventures and personal growth.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this heartwarming tale if you appreciate stories about spirited, imaginative young girls who get into playful mischief. Set against the backdrop of picturesque Prince Edward Island, the book offers a charming depiction of friendship, family, and personal growth. It's perfect for readers who delight in beautifully detailed settings and engaging character development.

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Time Best YA Book of All Time (2021)

Anne Shirley is unforgettable, and this beautifully packaged edition of L.M. Montgomery’s classic novel is as memorable as its heroine.

When Anne Shirley arrives at Green Gables, she surprises everyone: first of all, she’s a girl, even though Marilla Cuthbert and her brother Matthew specifically asked for an orphan boy to help around the farm. And second of all, she’s not just any girl: she has bright red hair, a wild imagination, and can talk a mile a minute.

But she also has a sweet disposition and quick wit, and Anne (with an “e” of course—it’s so much more distinguished!) soon finds her place in Avonlea, making a friend in her neighbour Diana Barry and attending the local school, where she spurns the advances of the popular and handsome Gilbert Blythe when he commits the ultimate sin of making fun of her hair.

Anne has a temper as fiery as her hair and a knack for finding trouble, and she also has a big heart and a positive attitude that affects everyone she meets. This classic and beloved story makes a wonderful gift and keepsake.

Series: An Anne of Green Gables Novel

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Anne of Green Gables is praised for its endearing protagonist and beautifully described setting, capturing the hearts of both children and adults. Reviewers appreciate the vibrant illustrations that accompany certain editions, which bring Anne's adventures in the quaint village of Avonlea to life. This classic tale of imagination, friendship, and growing up continues to resonate with readers across generations.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781442490000

Publisher: Simon & Schuster

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 13 February 2014

Country: United States

Imprint: Aladdin

Illustration: f-c cvr on uncoated stock w- spot gloss

Contributors:

  • Foreword by Katherine Paterson
  • Foreword by Katherine Paterson

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 36.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 194.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 448

About the Author

Lucy Maud Montgomery (November 30, 1874–April 24, 1942) publicly known as L.M. Montgomery, was a Canadian author best known for a series of novels beginning with Anne of Green Gables, published in 1908. Anne of Green Gables was an immediate success. The central character, Anne, an orphaned girl, made Montgomery famous in her lifetime and gave her an international following. The first novel was followed by a series of sequels. Montgomery went on to publish twenty novels as well as 500 short stories and poems. Because many of the novels were set on Prince Edward Island, Canada and the Canadian province became literary landmarks. She was awarded Officer of the Order of the British Empire in 1935.

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