Can you believe that I have never read Anne of Green Gables? Of course, I have heard of it. But it was not a very well known book in Germany when I was little, at least I don't think so, and later I didn't really come across it, either. But I have a couple of Canadian friends who often asked me whether I have read the book or not. And I always had to say "no". So,I thought it was time to read it.
I don't think I have to tell many people about the book. An orphan girl is taken in by a childless couple and she really loves both her new parents as well as the school and the neighbours and everything but still gets into a lot of trouble all the time. The novel is both humorous as well as serious.
A good book for children of all ages but I am sure everyone enjoys rereading it as an adult, as well. I definitely enjoyed reading it as an adult for the first time.
From the back cover:
"Everyone's favorite redhead, the spunky Anne Shirley, begins her adventures at Green Gables, a farm outside Avonlea, Prince Edward Island. When the freckled girl realizes that the elderly Cuthberts wanted to adopt a boy instead, she begins to try to win them and, consequently, the reader, over."
I've never read the books either, maybe this will give me the impetus to read them. Glad you're back blogging, I've missed you.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Janet. I miss blogging and I assure you this will be a pause only, not the end of the blog.
DeleteSorry to hear your Mom has not been well, it's so hard losing a love one. As to migraines, I know I've told you our daughter suffers from them too, so you have my sympathy.
ReplyDeleteHope with cooler weather you'll be feeling better.
Thank you, Janet, it usually helps, that's for sure. Thank you so much for your sympathy.
DeleteI hate to admit it, but I didn't love the Anne books. It's surprising really and I can't quite pinpoint why. I do love the character of Anne. I'm glad you discovered them though!
ReplyDeleteThat's alright, Holly. We can't all like the same books. It was recommended to me by a Canadian friend who couldn't believe I had never read them. I'm not sure whether I will read them, all, though. We'll see.
DeleteThank you for your comment, I always love talking to other readers.
Please, would you reply to this? I have a question. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteHere's my answer, Denice. Ask away. I do try to check in daily but didn't have a good week last week. Hope to be able to answer quickly.
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