Anne Of The Island

Book Code: 1111011245611

L. M. Montgomery

ABOUT THE BOOK

"Anne of the Island" (1915) chronicles Anne Shirley's journey of personal growth and identity exploration in Nova Scotia. Set at Redmond College, the narrative unfolds with Anne's experiences. After turning down a proposal, Anne returns to Green Gables, completes her education, and finds love with Gilbert Blythe. Amidst new adventures with friends Prissy Grant and Philippa Gordon, the story delves into a marriage proposal, the sale of Anne's first story, and a poignant tragedy. As Anne confronts the inevitability of growing up, childhood friends marry, and she faces decisions about love and dreams. The narrative underscores the bittersweet nature of maturity, exploring themes of love, dreams, and the passage of time.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Lucy Maud Montgomery (1874–1942), known as L. M. Montgomery, was a Canadian author celebrated for "Anne of Green Gables." . In 1887, she dreamed of fame, submitting a poem. Rejections fueled her determination. College and teaching followed, providing time for writing. Montgomery's prolific output included 20 novels, 530 short stories, 500 poems, and 30 essays.