Best Selling Books by Lucy Maud Montgomery

"Anne of Green Gables" by Lucy Maud Montgomery is a beloved coming-of-age story set in the idyllic landscape of Prince Edward Island, Canada. This meticulously prepared print edition allows readers to rediscover the timeless tale of a young orphan girl. The novel explores themes of friendship and belonging as its protagonist navigates the challenges and joys of youth. A classic of juvenile fiction, "Anne of Green Gables" continues to resonate with readers of all ages. This edition celebrates the enduring appeal of Montgomery''s work, a testament to the power of imagination and the importance of finding one''s place in the world. A cherished story of a memorable character, this book remains a cornerstone of classic literature. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Anne of Green Gables recounts the adventures of Anne Shirley, a young orphan girl, age 11 who is mistakenly sent to Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert, a middle-aged brother and sister who have a farm on Prince Edward Island and who had intended to adopt a boy to help them. The novel recounts how Anne makes her way with the Cuthberts, in school and within the town.

Anne of the Island is the third book in the Anne of Green Gables series. New adventures lie ahead as Anne Shirley packs her bags, waves good-bye to childhood, and heads for Redmond College. With old friend Prissy Grant waiting in the bustling city of Kingsport and new pal Philippa Gordon at her side, Anne tucks her memories of rural Avonlea away and discovers life on her own terms.

Anne of Green Gables recounts the adventures of Anne Shirley, a young orphan girl, age 11 who is mistakenly sent to Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert, a middle-aged brother and sister who have a farm on Prince Edward Island and who had intended to adopt a boy to help them. The novel recounts how Anne makes her way with the Cuthberts, in school and within the town.

In "Anne of Ingleside," Lucy Maud Montgomery continues the beloved saga of Anne Shirley, now a mother of five in the idyllic yet demanding landscape of the fictional community of Avonlea. Written in Montgomery''s signature lyrical style, the novel intertwines elements of humor, nostalgia, and poignant reflection, all while exploring themes of motherhood, identity, and the passage of time. The story captures the enchanting nature of childhood through the perspectives of Anne''s children, particularly emphasizing their adventures and misadventures, thus strengthening the narrative''s charm and depth. Lucy Maud Montgomery, a Canadian author whose own experiences in Prince Edward Island profoundly influenced her writing, imbues "Anne of Ingleside" with rich autobiographical nuances. Having faced both personal challenges and triumphs, Montgomery''s keen observations of familial dynamics and community life resonate throughout the novel. Her connection to nature, and her vivid depiction of early 20th-century Canadian society, allow readers to appreciate the cultural context of her characters and their dilemmas. This delightful installment in the Anne series is highly recommended for readers seeking comfort in well-crafted prose and engaging characters. It not only celebrates the complexities of love and family but also invites readers to reflect on the beauty and trials of life with humor and grace, solidifying Montgomery''s status as a timeless storyteller.

This book starts of with new adventures lie ahead as Anne Shirley packs her bags, waves good-bye to childhood, and heads for Redmond College. With her old friend Prissy Grant waiting in the bustling city of Kingsport and her frivolous new friend Philippa Gordon at her side, Anne tucks her memories of rural Avonlea away and discovers life on her own terms, filled with surprises . . . including a marriage proposal from the worst fellow imaginable, the sale of her very first story, and a tragedy that teaches her a painful lesson.

In ''Anne of Windy Poplars,'' Lucy Maud Montgomery continues the adventures of the indomitable Anne Shirley, now a young schoolteacher at Windy Poplars Academy. The narrative unfolds through a series of letters, allowing Montgomery to explore themes of personal growth, community, and the profound impact of education. Rich in character development and imbued with the author''s signature lyrical prose, this installment reveals Anne''s wit and imagination as she navigates the complexities of adulthood in a small town. The book is set against the backdrop of post-Victorian Canada, reflecting the changing societal norms and gender roles of the time, thus situating Anne''s experiences within a broader literary and historical context. Lucy Maud Montgomery, a Canadian author best known for her beloved ''Anne of Green Gables'' series, was inspired by her own childhood experiences in Prince Edward Island. Drawing from her life as a teacher and her fascination with nature and imagination, Montgomery''s writings often reflect her struggles with depression and her longing for connection, all of which are woven into Anne''s spirited journey. Montgomery''s personal experiences lend depth and authenticity to Anne''s character, making her relatable and timeless. ''Anne of Windy Poplars'' is a compelling read for anyone who cherishes stories of resilience and transformation. Montgomery''s enchanting prose and heartfelt storytelling make this book an exquisite continuation of Anne Shirley''s legacy. Readers will find themselves entranced by Anne''s adventures and the vibrant community that supports her, solidifying this novel as an essential part of classic Canadian literature.

Similar to her earlier and more famous Anne of Green Gables series, the Emily novels depicted life through the eyes of a young orphan girl, Emily Starr, who is raised by her relatives after her father dies of consumption. The series was less romanticized and more realistic than the Anne novels. Montgomery considered Emily to be a character much closer to her own personality than Anne, and some of the events which occur in the Emily series happened to Montgomery herself. Emily is described as having black hair, purply violet eyes, pale skin and a unique and enchanting "slow" smile.

Anne of Ingleside'' is the sixth book in the ''Anne of Green Gables'' series. Seven years on from ''Anne''s House of Dreams'' the Blythes have set up home in a house they affectionately name Ingleside. Anne and Gilbert now have several children who engage in a series of adventures and mishaps with the other local youngsters. Anne begins to worry that her husband no longer loves her but vows to make him fall for her again. This early work by Lucy Maud Montgomery was originally published in 1939 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introductory biography. Lucy Maud Montgomery was born on 30th November 1874, New London, in the Canadian province of Prince Edward Island. Her mother, Clara Woolner (Macneil), died before Lucy reached the age of two and so she was raised by her maternal grandparents in a family of wealthy Scottish immigrants. In 1908 Montgomery produced her first full-length novel, titled ''Anne of Green Gables''. It was an instant success, and following it up with several sequels, Montgomery became a regular on the best-seller list and an international household name. Montgomery died in Toronto on 24th April 1942.

In "The Blue Castle," Lucy Maud Montgomery ventures beyond her renowned Avonlea setting to explore themes of personal freedom and self-discovery through the life of the spirited Valancy Stirling. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Ontario, the novel unfolds with Montgomery''s signature lyrical prose and rich character development, as Valancy, trapped in the constraints of societal expectations and familial duties, embarks on a transformative journey. The narrative weaves poignant moments of humor and profound introspection, invoking the essence of romanticism while embracing a critical view of societal norms and the quest for individual identity. Lucy Maud Montgomery, best known for her beloved "Anne of Green Gables," wrote "The Blue Castle" in 1926 during a tumultuous period in her life, reflecting her own yearning for liberation and authenticity. Influenced by her experiences with isolation and her desire to escape conformity, Montgomery crafts a narrative that resonates with female empowerment and defiance against restrictive conventions. Her deep understanding of character psychology is evident as she vividly portrays Valancy''s liberation from the shackles of expectation. I highly recommend "The Blue Castle" to readers seeking a compelling story of self-actualization that champions the courage to embrace one''s true desires. Montgomery''s enchanting prose and relatable characters invite readers to reflect on their own paths toward authenticity and fulfillment, making this work a timeless exploration of human potential and resilience.

Similar to her earlier and more famous Anne of Green Gables series, the Emily novels depicted life through the eyes of a young orphan girl, Emily Starr, who is raised by her relatives after her father dies of consumption. The series was less romanticized and more realistic than the Anne novels. Montgomery considered Emily to be a character much closer to her own personality than Anne, and some of the events which occur in the Emily series happened to Montgomery herself. Emily is described as having black hair, purply violet eyes, pale skin and a unique and enchanting "slow" smile.

Similar to her earlier and more famous Anne of Green Gables series, the Emily novels depicted life through the eyes of a young orphan girl, Emily Starr, who is raised by her relatives after her father dies of consumption. The series was less romanticized and more realistic than the Anne novels. Montgomery considered Emily to be a character much closer to her own personality than Anne, and some of the events which occur in the Emily series happened to Montgomery herself. Emily is described as having black hair, purply violet eyes, pale skin and a unique and enchanting "slow" smile.

At sixteen Anne is grown up...almost. In the years since she arrived at Green Gables, she has earned the love of the people of Avonlea and a reputation for getting into scrapes. But when Anne begins her job a the new schoolteacher, the real test of her character begins. Along with teaching the three Rs, she is learning how complicated life can be when she meddles in someone else''s romance, and she also wonders about the strange behaviour of the very handsome Gilbert Blythe.

Anne Shirley is grown up, has married her beloved Gilbert, and now is the mother of six mischievous children. Anne Shirley is grown up, has married her beloved Gilbert, and now is the mother of six mischievous children. These boys and girls discover a special place all their own, but they never dream of what will happen when the strangest family moves into an old nearby mansion. The Meredith clan is two boys and two girls, with a minister father but no mother-and a runaway girl named Mary Vance. Soon the Meredith kids join Anne''s children in their private hideout to carry out their plans to save Mary from the orphanage, to help the lonely minister find happiness, and to keep a pet rooster from the soup pot. There''s always an adventure brewing in the sun-dappled world of Rainbow Valley.

This is the continuing story of Anne Shirley and the third book in the Anne of Green Gables series. Anne attends Redmond College in Kingsport, where she is studying for her BA. The book is dedicated to "all the girls all over the world who have "wanted more" about ANNE." There was a gap of six years between the publications of Anne of Avonlea and the publication of this book.

How is this book unique? Font adjustments & biography included Unabridged (100% Original content) Illustrated About Anne of Avonlea by Lucy Maud Montgomery Anne of Avonlea is a novel by Lucy Maud Montgomery. It was first published in 1909.Following Anne of Green Gables (1908), the book covers the second chapter in the life of Anne Shirley. This book follows Anne from the age of 16 to 18, during the two years that she teaches at Avonlea school. It includes many of the characters from Anne of Green Gables, as well as new ones like Mr. Harrison, Miss Lavendar Lewis, Paul Irving, and the twins Dora and Davy.

This is the continuing story of Anne Shirley and the third book in the Anne of Green Gables series. Anne attends Redmond College in Kingsport, where she is studying for her BA. The book is dedicated to "all the girls all over the world who have "wanted more" about ANNE." There was a gap of six years between the publications of Anne of Avonlea and the publication of this book.

Lucy Maud Montgomery OBE (November 30, 1874 - April 24, 1942), published as L. M. Montgomery, was a Canadian author best known for a series of novels beginning in 1908 with Anne of Green Gables. The book was an immediate success. The central character, Anne Shirley, 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 with Anne as the central character. Montgomery went on to publish 20 novels as well as 530 short stories, 500 poems, and 30 essays. Most of the novels were set in Prince Edward Island, and locations within Canada''s smallest province became a literary landmark and popular tourist site - namely Green Gables farm, the genesis of Prince Edward Island National Park. She was made an officer of the Order of the British Empire in 1935.Montgomery''s work, diaries and letters have been read and studied by scholars and readers worldwide.Also rest of the "Anne Shirley Series" is available on Amazon:Series#1 Anne of Green GablesSeries#2 Anne of AvonleaFollowing Anne of Green Gables (1908), the book covers the second chapter in the life of Anne Shirley. This book follows Anne from the age of 16 to 18, during the two years that she teaches at Avonlea school. It includes many of the characters from Anne of Green Gables, as well as new ones like Mr Harrison, Miss Lavendar Lewis, Paul Irving, and the twins Dora and Davy.Series#3 Anne of the IslandThis is the continuing story of Anne Shirley and the third book in the Anne of Green Gables series. Anne attends Redmond College in Kingsport, where she is studying for her BA. The book is dedicated to "all the girls all over the world who have "wanted more" about ANNE." There was a gap of six years between the publications of Anne of Avonlea and the publication of this book.Series#4 Anne of Windy PoplarsSeries#5 Anne''s House of DreamsSeries#6 Anne of InglesideSeries#7 Rainbow ValleySeries#8 Rilla of InglesideThis book has re-edited for correction of any kind of grammatical errors for your clear understanding at the time of when you read.

Anne of Green Gables is a 1908 novel by Canadian author Lucy Maud Montgomery. Written for all ages, it has been considered a children''s novel since the mid-twentieth century. It recounts the adventures of Anne Shirley, an 11-year-old orphan girl who is mistakenly sent to Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert, a middle-aged brother and sister who had intended to adopt a boy to help them on their farm in Prince Edward Island. The novel recounts how Anne makes her way with the Cuthberts, in school, and within the town.Since publication, Anne of Green Gables has sold more than 50 million copies and has been translated into 20 languages. Numerous sequels were written by Montgomery, and since her death another sequel has been published, as well as an authorized prequel. The original book is taught to students around the world.It has been adapted as film, made-for-television movies, and animated and live-action television series. Anne Shirley was played by Megan Follows in the 1985 Canadian produced movie. Plays and musicals have also been created, with productions annually in Canada since 1964 of the first musical production, which has toured in Canada, the United States, Europe and Japan.

Eleven-year-old Anne Shirley has never known a real home. Since her parents'' deaths, she''s bounced around to foster homes and orphanages. When she is sent by mistake to live with Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert at the snug white farmhouse called Green Gables, she wants to stay forever. But Anne is not the sturdy boy Matthew and Marilla were expecting. She''s a mischievous, talkative redheaded girl with a fierce temper, who tumbles into one scrape after another. Anne is not like anybody else, the Cuthberts agree; she is special, a girl with an enormous imagination. All she''s ever wanted is to belong somewhere. And the longer she stays at Green Gables, the harder it is for anyone to imagine life without her.

How is this book unique? Font adjustments & biography included Unabridged (100% Original content) Formatted for e-reader Illustrated About Rainbow Valley by Lucy Maud Montgomery Rainbow Valley (1919) is the seventh book in the chronology of the Anne of Green Gables series by Lucy Maud Montgomery, although it was the fifth book published. In this book Anne Shirley is married with six children, but the book focuses more on her new neighbor, the new Presbyterian minister John Meredith, as well as the interactions between Anne''s and John Meredith''s children. The book is dedicated: "To the memory of Goldwin Lapp, Robert Brookes and Morley Shier who made the supreme sacrifice that the happy valleys of their home land might be kept sacred from the ravage of the invader." This refers to World War I, which is the main theme of the next and final book in the series, Rilla of Ingleside.

How is this book unique? Font adjustments & biography included Unabridged (100% Original content) Illustrated About Chronicles of Avonlea by Lucy Maud Montgomery Chronicles of Avonlea is a collection of stories by Lucy Maud Montgomery, related to the Anne of Green Gables series. It features an abundance of stories relating to the fictional Canadian village of Avonlea, and was first published in 1912. Sometimes marketed as a book in the Anne Shirley series, Anne plays only a minor role in the book: out of the 12 stories in the collection, she stars in only one ("The Hurrying of Ludovic"), and has a small supporting role in another ("The Courting of Prissy Strong"). She is otherwise only briefly mentioned in passing in five other stories: "Each in His Own Tongue", ''"Little Joscelyn"'', "The Winning of Lucinda", ''"Quarantine at Alexander Abraham''s" and "The End of a Quarrel". Other Avonlea residents from the Anne series are also referenced in passing, including Marilla Cuthbert and Mrs. Rachel Lynde. The Penhallows from "The Winning of Lucinda" would be mentioned later in Anne of the Island. As well, there are brief appearances made by Diana Barry, the Reverend Mr. Allan, and his wife. The majority of stories, though, are about residents of Avonlea (and surrounding towns) who are never mentioned in the Anne novels. One reason for this is that most of the short stories in this volume were written and published by Montgomery in various magazines before Anne of Green Gables was even conceived. With the great success of Anne of Green Gables in 1908 and the sequel Anne of Avonlea in 1909, Montgomery was under pressure from her publisher to deliver more stories about Anne. Accordingly, she reworked the settings of several previously published non-Avonlea stories to incorporate references to Avonlea, as well as inserting several references to Anne Shirley and some of the town''s other characters. The whole was then marketed as a new companion book to the Anne series.

Read the timeless classic about the beloved Anne Shirley, a red-haired orphan with a fiery spirit, before the new NETFLIX series premieres and don''t miss the forward by Margaret Atwood, author of The Handmaid''s Tale, celebrating the 100th anniversary of this children''s favorite! Eleven-year-old Anne Shirley has never known a real home. Since her parents'' deaths, she''s bounced around to foster homes and orphanages. When she is sent by mistake to live with Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert at the snug white farmhouse called Green Gables, she wants to stay forever. But Anne is not the sturdy boy Matthew and Marilla were expecting. She''s a mischievous, talkative redheaded girl with a fierce temper, who tumbles into one scrape after another. Anne is not like anybody else, the Cuthberts agree; she is special, a girl with an enormous imagination. All she''s ever wanted is to belong somewhere. And the longer she stays at Green Gables, the harder it is for anyone to imagine life without her. "[Anne is] the dearest and most lovable child in fiction since the immortal Alice."-Mark Twain

Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert are unmarried siblings who live on their ancestral farm, Green Gables, in the quiet town of Avonlea in Prince Edward Island, Canada. Matthew is sixty, and since he is getting too old to handle the farm work on his own, the Cuthberts decide to adopt an orphan boy to help him. This decision shocks the town gossip, Mrs. Rachel Lynde, who does not think Matthew and Marilla fit to raise a child.Matthew, who is terrified of women, arrives at the train station and finds a girl orphan instead of a boy; the orphanage sent the eleven-year-old Anne Shirley by mistake. Anne''s talkativeness and spirit charm Matthew, who shyly tells Marilla that he wants to keep her. Marilla hesitates at first, but after a trial period, she agrees to let Anne stay on.Anne is a talkative and happy girl despite living an impoverished life as an orphan. Though she lacks social graces and education, she has a rich and sophisticated fantasy life and an optimistic and generous spirit. Because Anne acts according to her instincts and not according to a code of manners, she unintentionally defies expectations of proper ladylike behavior. She attends church for the first time wearing a wreath of wildflowers, for example, and screams at Mrs. Rachel for making fun of her red hair. Anne tries hard to oblige Marilla and follow her rules of social conduct, but she makes many mistakes, using liniment instead of vanilla in a cake, letting a mouse drown in the plum-pudding sauce, and delivering a heartfelt but ridiculous prayer on her first attempt to pray before bed.Anne never had real friends before living at Green Gables, so she was forced to invent imaginary playmates. In Avonlea, she meets Diana Barry, a neighbor who quickly becomes her bosom friend. One afternoon Anne invites Diana to tea and accidentally gives her red currant wine instead of nonalcoholic raspberry cordial. Diana returns home drunk, and Diana''s mother, thinking Anne has intoxicated Diana on purpose, forbids the girls to speak. The agonizing period of estrangement lasts until Anne saves Diana''s sister, who is sick with the croup, which causes Mrs. Barry to forgive her.At school, Anne feuds with a handsome, smart boy named Gilbert Blythe. When they first meet, Gilbert taunts Anne by calling her Carrots and pulling her red braid. Anne is extremely sensitive about her red hair, and Gilbert''s teasing infuriates her. She screams at him and smashes a slate over his head. This incident marks the beginning of a rivalry between Anne and Gilbert, the two smartest pupils, which lasts until the end of the novel.As Anne grows up, she loses some of her childish flare for the melodramatic and romantic, and turns her spirited attentions to academics. A beloved teacher, Miss Stacy, recognizes Anne''s intelligence and encourages her to join a special group of students preparing for the entrance exam to Queen''s Academy. Her long-standing competition with Gilbert Blythe changes to an affectionate and familiar rivalry when, after four years of mutual silence, they both go to Queen''s Academy. Striving to make Matthew and Marilla proud, Anne devotes herself to her studies wholeheartedly and earns the prestigious Avery Scholarship, which grants her enough money to attend a four-year college the following Thrilled by her future prospects, Anne goes home to Green Gables. Matthew, who has been having heart trouble, dies of a heart attack. When Anne learns that Marilla is likely to go blind, she decides to stay at Green Gables and teach nearby so that she can care for Marilla, giving up her aspirations for a four-year degree. Gilbert hears of her decision and gives up his post as the teacher at Avonlea school so that Anne can teach there and be closer to Marilla. After five years of rivalry, Gilbert and Anne forge a close friendship. Though her future path has narrowed considerably, Anne remains eternally optimistic and thinks cheerfully about her future.

Anne''s House of Dreams is a novel by Canadian author Lucy Maud Montgomery. It was first published in 1917 by McClelland, Goodchild and Stewart.The novel is from a series of books written primarily for girls and young women, about a young girl named Anne Shirley. The books follow the course of Anne''s life. It is set principally on Canada''s Prince Edward Island, MMontgomery''s birthplace and home for much of her life. The series has been called classic children''s literature, and has been reprinted many times since its original publication. Anne''s House of Dreams is book five in the series, and chronicles Anne''s early married life, as she and her childhood sweetheart Gilbert Blythe begin to build their life together.

Anne of Ingleside'' is the sixth book in the ''Anne of Green Gables'' series. Seven years on from ''Anne''s House of Dreams'' the Blythes have set up home in a house they affectionately name Ingleside. Anne and Gilbert now have several children who engage in a series of adventures and mishaps with the other local youngsters. Anne begins to worry that her husband no longer loves her but vows to make him fall for her again. This early work by Lucy Maud Montgomery was originally published in 1939 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introductory biography. Lucy Maud Montgomery was born on 30th November 1874, New London, in the Canadian province of Prince Edward Island. Her mother, Clara Woolner (Macneil), died before Lucy reached the age of two and so she was raised by her maternal grandparents in a family of wealthy Scottish immigrants. In 1908 Montgomery produced her first full-length novel, titled ''Anne of Green Gables''. It was an instant success, and following it up with several sequels, Montgomery became a regular on the best-seller list and an international household name. Montgomery died in Toronto on 24th April 1942.

Emily Starr was born with the desire to write. As an orphan living on New Moon Farm, writing helped her face the difficult, lonely times. But now all her friends are going away to high school in nearby Shrewsbury, and her old-fashioned, tyrannical aunt Elizabeth will only let her go if she promises to stop writng! All the same, this is the first step in Emily''s climb to success. Once in town, Emily''s activities set the Shrewsbury gossips buzzing. But Emily and her friends are confident -- Ilse''s a born actress, Teddy''s set to be a great artist, and roguish Perry has the makings of a brilliant lawyer. When Emily has her poems published and writes for the town newspaper, success seems to be on its way -- and with it the first whispers of romance. Then Emily is offered a fabulous opportunity, and she must decide if she wants to change her life forever.