Anne of the Island

"Anne of the Island" by L. M. Montgomery is a novel written during the early 20th century. The book chronicles the life and adventures of Anne Shirley as she transitions from her childhood in Avonlea to adulthood and college life at Redmond. In this installment, Anne's journey is marked by change and growth, highlighting her relationships with friends such as Gilbert Blythe, Diana Barry, and new acquaintances at college. The opening of the story sets the stage for these themes as Anne and her friend Diana reflect on the changes brought by the passage of time and the impending separation caused by Anne's departure for college. Amidst the poignant nostalgia, there are also elements of excitement and trepidation for what lies ahead. As they reminisce about shared memories and express their fears of loneliness, the narrative captures the bittersweet nature of growing up. Additionally, Anne’s encounter with Gilbert hints at the complexities of their evolving friendship. Overall, the beginning of the novel illustrates the intertwining of love, friendship, and the challenges of newfound independence, inviting readers to follow Anne's continuing journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Lucy Maud Montgomery, published as L. M. Montgomery, was a Canadian author best known for a collection of novels, essays, short stories, and poetry beginning in 1908 with Anne of Green Gables. She published 20 novels as well as 530 short stories, 500 poems, and 30 essays. Anne of Green Gables was an immediate success; the title character, orphan Anne Shirley, made Montgomery famous in her lifetime and gave her an international following. Most of the novels were set on Prince Edward Islandand those 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.