The first book in a trilogy from the author of the "Anne of Green Gables" novels, this story begins the adventures of Emily who goes to stay with her mother's family, after her father's death. Other titles in the series include "Emily Climbs" and "Emily's Quest".
From the author of "Chronicles of Avonlea", "Rilla of Ingleside" and "Emily's Quest". The author also wrote the children's fiction classic "Anne of Green Gables", which tells the story of a headstrong young orhan who is sent by mistake to an elderly couple who expect a boy.
Lucy Montgomery (1874 - 1942) was a Canadian author best known for her series of books beginning with Anne of Green Gables. Her warm understanding of human nature and a love of the countryside are apparent in her stories. A new Presbyterian minister with four motherless children comes to Glen St. Mary. The children, along with Anne's older ones, ...more
When Eric Marshall arrives on Prince Edward Island to become a substitute schoolmaster, he has a bright future in his wealthy family's business. But fate throws a beautiful, mysterious girl named Kilmeny Gordon into his path.
Marilla and Matthew Cuthbert are in for a big surprise. They are waiting for an orphan boy to help with the work at Green Gables - but a skinny, red-haired girl turns up instead. Feisty and full of spirit, Anne Shirley charms her way into the Cuthberts' affection with her vivid imagination and constant chatter. It's not long before Anne finds herse...more
Anne, an eleven-year-old orphan, is sent by mistake to live with a lonely, middle-aged brother and sister on a Prince Edward Island farm and proceeds to make an indelible impression on everyone around her.
Valancy lives a drab life with her overbearing mother and prying aunt. Then a shocking diagnosis from Dr. Trent prompts her to make a fresh start. For the first time, she does and says exactly what she feels. As she expands her limited horizons, Valancy undergoes a transformation, discovering a new world of love and happiness. One of Lucy Maud Mont...more