I
recently realized that in spite of being familiar with several well-known
classics, there are many that I have actually missed reading. So in an effort
to “catch-up,” so to speak, I began with Anne
of Green Gables by Lucy Maud Montgomery.
I
believe I have heard of the story all my life but my first real exposure was
with the 1985 television series based on the 1908 novel. I watched with my
daughter and we both fell in love not only with the story, but the actors and
the dramatically beautiful setting on Prince Edward Island.
I
think what surprised me the most when reading was how well the novel holds up.
While some of the concepts and language are somewhat dated, overall it stands
up well. It is true to the time and place of the setting. The values and integrity
of the characters are firm and timeless. If you are unfamiliar with the story,
it tells the story of a young orphan girl who finds a family and her
misadventures in learning to adjust to her new life. She is full of spark and
vinegar, a sort of female Huckleberry Finn. It’s funny, touching and alive with
character. Today the book would fall in the Young Adult genre. But truly, it appeals to all ages. The definition of a
classic.
Highly
recommend.
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