Anne of Green Gables

The novel narrates the adventures of Anne Shirley, an 11-year old orphan girl, who is the main character. Also, she makes her way through life with the Cuthberts, in school, as well as in other areas. Anne is sent to live with Marilla and Mathew Cuthbert, who are unmarried siblings in their 50’s, after spending their childhood in the orphanages. After this, they decide to adopt a boy from any orphanage who in turn will help Mathew to work as a caretaker of his farm. Here the story becomes interesting. Due to some misunderstandings the orphanage sends Anne instead of any boy. Anne is very imaginative and dramatic. She is very talkative, especially on those occasions when she has to describe about her fantasy and dreams. At first, Marilla doesn’t allow Anne to stay with them, but after Mathew’s encouragement she agrees. So, Anne enjoys her stay at this farming village. That soon comes as ‘Green Gables’.

The book narrates all the struggle faced by Anne and how quickly she adapts with the new surroundings and farming village is really appreciable. How she excel in study? How she become friend of Diana? Why Gilbert tease her? There are so many interesting episodes in the novel. Anne enjoys the company of Diana, Jane Andrews and one boy crazy Puby Giles. The story reveals a tragedy about Mathew, which compels Anne to give up her scholarship and to stay at home only. After that, many ups n downs related to Marilla, Gilbert and Anne, her self, comes with a twist in the story.

A very interesting and emotional story. Readers will surely enjoy reading this novel. So, grab your copy to know all about the adventurous life of Anne. It soothes a lot.