From L.M. Montgomery, author of Anne of Green Gables, comes another beloved classic and an unforgettable story of courage and romance.
Valancy Stirling is 29 and has never been in love. She's spent her entire life on a quiet little street in an ugly little house and never dared to contradict her domineering mother and her unforgiving aunt. But one day she receives a shocking, life-altering letter--and decides then and there that everything needs to change. For the first time in her life, she does exactly what she wants to and says exactly what she feels.
At first her family thinks she's gone around the bend. But soon Valancy discovers more surprises and adventure than she ever thought possible. She also finds her one true love and the real-life version of the Blue Castle that she was sure only existed in her dreams...
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Featuring beautiful cover art from artist Laci Fowler, this fine exclusive collector's edition of L. M. Montgomery's Anne of Green Gables is a must have for book lovers or fans of the beloved teen classic. Relive this timeless coming of age tale of true friendship and familial love like never before.
The beloved story of orphan Anne Shirley's adoption by an elderly brother and sister is now available in an exclusive collector's edition featuring:
When eleven-year-old orphan Anne Shirley is mistakenly sent to live on a farm with siblings Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert, Anne finds herself in a real home for the first time in her life. Fiery and spirited, she certainly isn't the sturdy boy they had planned to adopt. Despite her mischief and affinity for finding trouble, the longer Anne stays at Green Gables, the harder it is for the Cuthberts to imagine life without her.
Exploring the time-honored themes of imagination versus reality, the pressures of social expectations, and the differences between true emotion and mere sentiment, this unique collector's edition presents L. M. Montgomery's beloved tale of friendship and family in a giftable new way.
This edition of Anne of Green Gables is part of a four-volume collection, which also includes The Secret Garden, Winnie-the-Pooh and Other Delightful Stories, and Peter Pan.
This delightful boxed set contains six of Anne Shirley's tales, presented in elegantly designed paperback volumes.
When willful Anne arrives at the farm instead of the boy they expected, the Cuthbert's are in shock. However, the red-headed troublemaker grows to love Green Gables and the Cuthbert's couldn't imagine life without her. Follow the journey of 11-year-old red-headed orphan as she grows up over the course of these six titles: Includes:The Anne of Green Gables Collection brings together the first three books from the enduring Anne of Green Gables series by Lucy Maud Montgomery, a classic of children's literature.
When eleven-year-old Anne Shirley is mistakenly sent to Green Gables Farm in place of the boy they requested, elderly brother and sister Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert decide to give the little girl a chance. Full of chatter and equipped with a vivid imagination, Anne makes steadfast friends and classroom enemies as she settles into her new life in Avonlea.
First published between 1908 and 1915, the Anne of Green Gables books tell the fanciful tale of how a stubborn and wildly imaginative orphan whirls her way into the peaceful Avonlea community. Armed with a quick wit and fiery personality, it's not long before Anne has to tackle life's many challenges as she grows from a young girl into a charming young lady, in the first three volumes of this endearing coming-of-age story.
With themes of friendship, nature, morality and ambition, the Anne of Green Gables series has been a well-loved staple in children's literature for over a century. This collection from Read & Co. Books features the first three books in the Anne of Green Gables series, Anne of Green Gables, Anne of Avonlea, and Anne of the Island, and also includes an introductory biography of the author, Lucy Maud Montgomery.
FROM THE BELOVED AUTHOR OF ANNE OF GREEN GABLES
Discover L. M. Montgomery's own favourite character in the Emily of New Moon trilogy. It features a spirited heroine who will beguile readers of all ages. Emily's story is heart-rending, magical and completely unforgettable. Emily Starr has never known what it is to be unloved. But when her father dies, she is left in the care of her mother's family. Emily is a stranger to the proud Murrays, none of whom think they can cope with such a heartbroken, headstrong girl. They decide to draw lots for her, and Emily is sent to live at New Moon with stern Aunt Elizabeth, the head of the clan. Kind Aunt Laura and friendly, eccentric Cousin Jimmy also live at New Moon, though, so she is not without hope. Emily is enchanted by New Moon, but cannot believe she will ever belong there. With her lively imagination and dreams of being a famous writer, she seems to have a talent for scandalising her family. Before long, though, she has made firm friends: Ilse, a tomboy with a blazing temper, Teddy, an aspiring artist, and Perry, the ambitious houseboy. She brings so much life to New Moon, perhaps one day even Aunt Elizabeth will consider herself lucky to have 'won' Emily. Emily's story continues in: Emily Climbs and Emily's Quest, both available from Virago Modern ClassicsThe Happiest Summer of Her Life
Her whole life, Jane had believed her father was dead. It was, therefore, quite a shock to receive an invitation to stay with him for the summer on Prince Edward Island. From their very first meeting, Jane falls in love with her charming father and his whimsical cottage on Lantern Hill. A whole summer of fun and adventure, meeting neighbors, and making friends--far away from her grandmother's dreary house in the city. If only she could get her mother to come too.
As Jane juggles her love and loyalty for both parents, she dares to dream...a dream that she and her parents could live together without Grandmother directing their lives--of a house where they could all find home.
What Readers are Saying:
Out of the fantastic books Lucy Maud Montgomery wrote, Jane of Lantern Hill is my absolute favorite.
Jane of Lantern Hill is what one comes to expect from a novel by Lucy Maud Montgomery--charming, gentle, and most decidedly hopeful.
This book is among L.M. Montgomery's best.
Spellbinding...I don't recommend picking it up unless you have time to read the entire book.
Anne Shirley is all grown-up in this second instalment of the Anne of Green Gables series. Now a responsible teacher at Avonlea School, she's still as spirited and stubborn as ever.
This timeless classic follows Anne as she transitions into adulthood. Despite her new responsibilities, her knack for finding herself in tricky predicaments remains as strong as ever. Her new neighbour, the cantankerous Mr. Harrison, introduces a host of complications, while the orphaned twins, Davy and Dora, add another layer of delightful chaos to Anne's life.
Anne's friendships, particularly with Gilbert Blythe, endure in this novel and her optimism never wavers as she navigates the challenges and adventures of young adulthood. Join Anne and her trusted circle of friends as they embark on a series of heartfelt and comedic adventures that capture the essence of growing up.
This edition is republished with a brand-new introductory biography, providing deeper insight into the life and works of Lucy Maud Montgomery.
This luxurious hardback edition presents the adventures of red-headed Anne Shirley, featuring beautiful stenciled page edges and full-color illustrations by Luisa Uribe.
When Marilla and Matthew decide to adopt a boy from an orphanage they are not sure what to expect. But it's certainly not the imaginative, red-haired little girl who arrives at Green Gables instead. Readers can join Anne on her many adventures on Prince Edward Island in this much-loved, bestselling children's classic by from Lucy Maud Montgomery. Presented in a beautiful hardback edition with stenciled page edges, 25 full-page illustrations and patterned endpapers, this classic tale of mischief, romance, and friendship is sure to delight readers of all ages. ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Deluxe Children's Classics are exquisitely designed hardcover editions of classic children's literature, beautifully presented with full-color illustrations, stenciled page-edges, and decorative endpapers. Together, they make a wonderful entryway into these best-loved classics that children can treasure forever.Written by the author of the beloved Anne of Green Gables series, The Blue Castle is L. M. Montgomery's sophomore adult novel and a classic tale of romance.
By society's standards, twenty-nine year old Valancy Stirling is an old maid. Ostracized by the community and infantilized by her family, Valancy feels complete powerless with her only means of escapism being the poetic nature books of her favorite author, John Foster, and her fantasies of a Blue Castle. That is until the day that Valancy goes to see a doctor. While he isn't able to diagnose her at the time, she receives a letter just a few days later that rocks the foundation of her life: she has a heart ailment and it's terminal.
Oddly comforted by the news, Valancy takes the opportunity to break away from her family and live what little life she has left on her own terms. Finally pursuing her own happiness, Valancy sets out on a journey of self-discovery and begins to build a new home, make new friends, and find a lover who provides a warmth and kindness that she has never felt before.
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