L. M. Montgomery
English
The story begins with Marilla and Matthew Cuthbert, siblings who live a quiet life on their farm, Green Gables, in Avonlea. They decide to adopt an orphan boy from Nova Scotia to help Matthew with the farm work. However, due to a misunderstanding, a spirited, imaginative orphan girl named Anne Shirley arrives at Green Gables instead of the boy. Anne, with her fiery red hair, freckles, and tendency to talk incessantly, is not what the Cuthberts expected. Marilla is initially dismayed and plans to send her back, while Matthew, shy and kind, feels an immediate affection for the unconventional child. Anne's history is one of neglect and hardship, having been orphaned at a young age and shuffled between various unsatisfactory homes and an asylum. Her vivid imagination and deep capacity for feeling make her unique. Despite Marilla's initial reservations and Anne's many mishaps, including dyeing her hair green by mistake and causing Diana Barry, her best friend, to become intoxicated with currant wine, the Cuthberts gradually grow fond of Anne. Anne's capacity for love, loyalty, and hard work, coupled with her unique way of seeing the world, wins over Marilla's stern heart and deepens Matthew's quiet affection. Anne's journey is one of finding belonging, love, and a true home, as she transforms the lives of the Cuthberts and the community of Avonlea with her vibrant spirit and boundless imagination. She excels in her studies, developing a friendly rivalry with Gilbert Blythe, and dreams of becoming a teacher, ultimately winning a scholarship to Queen's Academy. The story follows Anne's growth from an unwanted orphan to a beloved member of the Cuthbert family and a cherished individual in Avonlea, highlighting themes of imagination, belonging, and the transformative power of love.
