Publisher's Synopsis
Anne of Green Gables is a 1908 novel by Canadian author Lucy Maud Montgomery (published as L. M. Montgomery). Written for all ages, it has been considered a classic children's novel since the mid-twentieth century. Set in the late 19th century, the novel recounts the adventures of Anne Shirley, an 11-year-old orphan girl, who is mistakenly sent to two middle-aged siblings, Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert, who had originally intended to adopt a boy to help them on their farm in the fictional town of Avonlea on Prince Edward Island, Canada. The novel recounts how Anne makes her way through life with the Cuthberts, in school, and within the town.Since its publication, Anne of Green Gables has been translated into at least 36 languages and has sold more than 50 million copies, making it one of the best selling books worldwide. The first in an anthology series, Montgomery wrote numerous sequels, and since her death, another sequel has been published, as well as an authorized prequel. This original book is taught to students around the world.What you will find in this book: I. Mrs. Rachel Lynde is Surprised II. Matthew Cuthbert is surprised III. Marilla Cuthbert is Surprised IV. Morning at Green Gables V. Anne's History VI. Marilla Makes Up Her Mind VII. Anne Says Her Prayers VIII. Anne's Bringing-up Is Begun IX. Mrs. Rachel Lynde Is Properly Horrified X. Anne's Apology XI. Anne's Impressions of Sunday-School XII. A Solemn Vow and Promise XIII. The Delights of Anticipation XIV. Anne's Confession XV. A Tempest in the School Teapot XVI. Diana Is Invited to Tea with Tragic Results XVII. A New Interest in Life XVIII. Anne to the Rescue XIX. A Concert a Catastrophe and a Confession XX. A Good Imagination Gone Wrong XXI. A New Departure in Flavorings XXII. Anne is Invited Out to Tea XXIII. Anne Comes to Grief in an Affair of Honor XXIV. Miss Stacy and Her Pupils Get Up a Concert