Anne of the Island

Name: Anne of the Island
Author: Lucy Maud Montgomery

The story follows Anne Shirley as she leaves Avonlea to attend Redmond College in Kingsport. She faces new challenges and experiences, including making friends with Philippa and Stella Maris, and navigating her relationships with Gilbert Blythe and Charlie Sloane. Along the way, Anne must balance her academic pursuits with her desire for independence and self-discovery.

By Lucy Maud Montgomery · First published 1915 · Genre: Coming-of-Age, Literary Fiction, Romance · 41 chapters · 93,895 words

First lines

"Harvest is ended and summer is gone," quoted Anne Shirley, gazing across the shorn fields dreamily. She and Diana Barry had been picking apples in the Green Gables orchard, but were now resting from their labors in a sunny corner, where airy fleets of thistledown drifted by on the wings of a wind that was still summer-sweet with the incense of ferns in the Haunted Wood.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Lucy Maud Montgomery
Date: 1915 CE
Language: English
Genres: Coming-of-Age, Literary Fiction, Romance, Young Adult, Historical Fiction
Length: 93,895 words
Structure: 41 chapters, 1,762 paragraphs
Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)

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Genres

Coming-of-Age — The narrative focuses on the protagonist's growth and personal development during her transition into adulthood.
Literary Fiction — The writing style emphasizes character development and explores complex themes such as friendship, love, and identity.
Romance — Romantic relationships are central to the plot, highlighting emotional connections and personal choices.
Young Adult — The themes and characters resonate with a young adult audience, addressing issues relevant to that age group.