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It is a wonderful gift and a great read. Just rec'd this as my christmas gift. There are some typing errors but in all it was beautiful and a wish come true.
What an adventure. And by the way, guys (men), YOU will love it too -- it's not just for "girls". This is one of the MOST DELIGHTFUL books I have EVER had the good fortune to read. I loved it so much, that I read ALL 8 BOOKS in the same series. The story is simply delightful. The author is SO FUNNY. The character (Anne) is SIMPLY wonderful.
(Of course, Anne could make anything sound amazing and better than life).My Final RecommendationAnne of Green Gables definitely deserves its place as a classic of children's literature. By the time they reach the Cuthbert house at Green Gables, he is convinced he wants Anne to stay with them. I wish I'd gotten it when I was young. I know this is considered a children's book, and I wish I had read it when I was Anne's age -- I know I would have just adored her and modeled myself after her.The writing is just delightful, and Anne's frequent monologues are just so charming.
But when Matthew goes to the train station to pick up the boy, he is surprised to find a young girl -- Anne Shirley.Shy and tongue-tied around others, Matthew reluctantly agrees to take Anne home until the mix-up can be sorted out. And if you have a young girl in your life with literary tendencies, I think this would make a wonderful gift. Story OverviewOn Prince Edward Island in the little town of Avonlea, brother and sister Marilla and Matthew Cuthbert decide to adopt a young boy to help out around their farm. Both are getting older and know they'll need some help to keep the farm going. His sister, Marilla, is not so sure -- but after a few days -- she too falls under Anne's spell and the little orphan girl finds a home in Green Gables.The book focuses on Anne's coming of age at Green Gables -- her problems with her flaming red hair, her big imagination, her dreaminess and the various escapades and problems caused by all of these aspects of her personality. I cannot imagine a reader who would not fall in love with Anne -- it is no surprise that all of Avonlea falls under her spell.
I am so glad I took the time to read it, and I would recommend it unreservedly to a reader looking for a charming and delightful book that hearkens back to a simpler time and space. She is the type of person who is so full of life, zest and (most of all) IMAGINATION that you feel yourself drawn to her -- just like Matthew and Marilla. Anne is so relatable and down-to-earth that even a modern day girl could relate to her. I've never been to Prince Edward Island (located in Canada) but the descriptions in the book make it sound like an idyllic and enchanted place. She finds a "bosom friend" in her neighbor Diana and flourishes at the local school -- except for her long-standing rivalry with Gilbert Blythe (who dared to call her "Carrots" one time). After all, what tween girl doesn't fret about the physical attributes that make them different, wish for clothes of the latest fashion and spend inordinate amount of times daydreaming.The other charm of the book was Anne's love of nature and her constant ecstasy at the beauty around her. They send word to a local woman who is going to the orphanage to bring them home an 11-year-old boy.
I love that she hates her red hair and freckles, frets about not having puffs on her sleeves, and daydreams while she is supposed to be doing chores. This book was so charming and delightful. But on the ride home, Anne charms Matthew with her imagination, vivacity and view of the world. The book follows Anne until her entry into the Queen's school and eventual return home to Green Gables.My ThoughtsWhat can I say.
How many times can they call Maria "Mania". I spent more on this edition due to the fact that it was an anniversary edition, which had endorsement from the Author's family & such. I cant even let my children read it for fear they will get confused.I don't know how it is possible that someone got payed for proofreading this book - and I can only wonder if the author's family is aware of how pathetic this version is, that they have endorsed. Instead of the word "over" the word "oven" is used. I thought it would be the best choice to add to my home library. Then I read it.This book has soooo many misspelled words.
I highly recommend it. Anne will make you realize how simple life can seem, and yet still be so hard. A wonderful tale of life and laughter. This book reminded me of my childhood, and the TV series.
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