Canadian author Lucy Maud Montgomery's 1908 novel was written
for all ages, It has been considered a classic children's novel since the
mid-twentieth century. Set in the late 19th century, the novel recounts the
adventures of Anne Shirley, an 11-year-old orphan girl, who is mistakenly sent
to two middle-aged siblings, Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert, who had originally
intended to adopt a boy to help them on their farm in the fictional town of Avonlea on Prince Edward Island. The novel recounts how Anne makes her way through life with the Cuthberts, in school, and within the town.
Since its publication, Anne of Green Gables has sold more
than 50 million copies and has been translated into at least 36 languages. Montgomery wrote numerous
sequels, and since her death, another sequel has been published, as well as an
authorized prequel. The original book is taught to students around the world. The
book has been adapted as films, made-for-television movies, and animated and
live-action television series. Musicals and plays have also been created, with
productions annually in Europe and Japan .
Faerie Maven-Pralou shares the beginning of Anne's journey,
beginning tonight - live in voice.
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