Anne of Green Gables

by L. M. Montgomery • 1908

Anne Shirley, an 11-year-old orphan mistakenly sent to live with Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert, siblings who had intended to adopt a boy to help them on their farm in the fictional town of Avonlea, located on Prince Edward Island, Canada. The novel explores Anne's adventures and misadventures as she navigates her new life, school, and friendships, particularly with her best friend Diana Barry and her rival Gilbert Blythe. Anne's vibrant imagination and spirited personality bring joy and chaos to the Cuthberts' lives, leading to numerous humorous and poignant moments throughout the story.