L. M. Montgomery

Vihervaaran Annan tarina jatkuu selkokielellä tässä L. M. Montgomeryn teoksessa. Anna jättää lapsuuden maisemat taakseen ja lähtee yliopistoon. Opintojen lisäksi Annan elämää värittävät romanttiset hetket ja sydäntä särkevät väärinkäsitykset. Ne saavat Annan pohtimaan, mitä rakkaus ja onnellisuus todella merkitsevät. Voivatko unelmien työ, ystävyys ja rakkaus mahtua samaan elämään?

Emily Byrd Starr on varttunut nuoreksi aikuiseksi. Hän saavuttaa yhä enemmän menestystä kirjoittajana ja pian hän voi jo kutsua itseään kirjailijaksi. Tutut ystävät ovat mukana Emilyn elämässä, mutta mitä tapahtuu, kun ystävyyden sijalle astuu rakkaus? Kuka on Emilyn kumppani, ja onko heidän rakkautensa kestävää? Voiko läheinenkään ihminen todella ymmärtää Emilyn halua kirjoittaa?RUNOTYTTÖ ETSII TÄHTEÄÄN on L.M. Montgomeryn rakastetun Runotyttö-trilogian viimeinen osa. Kaisa Rannan uutena suomennoksena ilmestyvä teos kertoo Emilyn aikuisuuden ensi vuosista ja hänen määrätietoisesta matkastaan kirjailijaksi. Rakkauden, ihmissuhteiden ja oman kutsumuksen yhteensovittaminen ei aina suju törmäyksittä. L. M. Montgomery (1874-1942) oli kanadalainen kirjailija, joka tunnetaan hänen kotiseudulleen Prinssi Edwardin saarelle sijoittuvista teoksistaan. Tunnetumpia hänen teoksistaan ovat Runotyttö-sarja ja Anne Shirleystä kertova Anne-sarja (mm. Vihervaaran Anne). RUNOTYTTÖ ETSII TÄHTEÄÄN -teoksen englanninkielinen alkuteos, Emily's Quest, ilmestyi ensimmäisen kerran vuonna 1927.

Anne's House of Dreams is the fifth novel about Anne Shirley, the red-haired girl from Green Gables.Life seems perfect to Anne Shirley, about to marry her childhood friend Gilbert Blythe and set up home with him in her 'house of dreams' on the shores of Four Winds Harbor. There are new neighbours to meet and fresh problems to solve. But then tragedy strikes and there's huge heartache for the young couple which takes all of their courage and love to overcome.The book includes a behind-the-scenes journey, including an author profile, a guide to who's who, activities and more..The Puffin Classics relaunch includes:A Little PrincessAlice's Adventures in WonderlandAlice's Adventures Through the Looking GlassAnne of Green Gables seriesBlack BeautyHans Andersen's Fairy TalesHeidiJourney to the Centre of the EarthLittle WomenPeter PanTales of the Greek HeroesThe Adventures of Huckleberry FinnThe Adventures of King ArthurThe Adventures of Tom SawyerThe Call of the WildThe Jungle BookThe OdysseyThe Secret GardenThe Wind in the WillowsThe Wizard of OzTreasure Island

Anne, now Mrs Doctor Blythe, is still sometimes as impetuous as when she was the girl from Green Gables. But with six lively children and hard-worked Gilbert to look after - not to mention Gilbert's disapproving aunt, Anne has to be practical too. Especially when the children get into as many scrapes as she ever did.

Anne Shirley becomes Principal of Summerside High School. But Summerside is virtually ruled by the Pringle family, who don't want Anne at the school. It takes all of Anne's courage and tact, and the comfort she draws from the eccentric household at Windy Willows, to overcome local prejudice and confront the dreaded Pringles.

Anne of the Island is the third heartwarming book about red-haired orphan Anne Shirley.As her childhood friends get married and move away, Anne too leaves Prince Edward Island for college in Kingsport. Although Priscilla Grant and Gilbert Blythe are there, too, she feels lonely and out of place. But Anne soon makes new friends, one of whom is rich, handsome Roy Gardner, whose attentions to Anne make Gilbert very jealous...The book includes a behind-the-scenes journey, including an author profile, a guide to who's who, activities and more..The Puffin Classics relaunch includes:A Little PrincessAlice's Adventures in WonderlandAlice's Adventures Through the Looking GlassAnne of Green Gables seriesBlack BeautyHans Andersen's Fairy TalesHeidiJourney to the Centre of the EarthLittle WomenPeter PanTales of the Greek HeroesThe Adventures of Huckleberry FinnThe Adventures of King ArthurThe Adventures of Tom SawyerThe Call of the WildThe Jungle BookThe OdysseyThe Secret GardenThe Wind in the WillowsThe Wizard of OzTreasure Island

This new hardback edition of the much-loved story of orphan Anne Shirley has been created in partnership with the world-famous V&A Museum, and has an exquisite cover design from their original William Morris collection.Anne of Green Gables is the classic children's book by L M Montgomery, the inspiration for the Netflix Original series Anne with an E. Watch it now!Marilla and Matthew Cuthbert are in for a big surprise. They are waiting for an orphan boy to help with the work at Green Gables - but a skinny, red-haired girl turns up instead. Feisty and full of spirit, Anne Shirley charms her way into the Cuthberts' affection with her vivid imagination and constant chatter. It's not long before Anne finds herself in trouble, but soon it becomes impossible for the Cuthberts to imagine life without 'their' Anne - and for the people of Avonlea to recall what it was like before this wildly creative little girl whirled into town.

Anne of Avonlea is the second story in the ever-popular Anne of Green Gables series.Now Anne is half past sixteen and she's ready to begin a new life teaching in her old school. She's as feisty as ever and is fiercely determined to inspire young hearts with her own ambitions. But some of her pupils are as boisterous and high-spirited as Anne, and so life in her Avonlea classroom becomes a lesson in discovery and adventure...The Puffin Classics relaunch includes:A Little PrincessAlice's Adventures in WonderlandAlice's Adventures Through the Looking GlassAnne of Green Gables seriesBlack BeautyHans Andersen's Fairy TalesHeidiJourney to the Centre of the EarthLittle WomenPeter PanTales of the Greek HeroesThe Adventures of Huckleberry FinnThe Adventures of King ArthurThe Adventures of Tom SawyerThe Call of the WildThe Jungle BookThe OdysseyThe Secret GardenThe Wind in the WillowsThe Wizard of OzTreasure Island

Marilla and Matthew Cuthbert are in for a big surprise. They are waiting for an orphan boy to help with the work at Green Gables - but a skinny, red-haired girl turns up instead. Feisty and full of spirit, Anne Shirley charms her way into the Cuthberts' affection with her vivid imagination and constant chatter.

Anne of Green Gables is the classic children's book by L M Montgomery, the inspiration for the Netflix Original series Anne with an E. Watch it now!A beautiful edition of the classic story.The Cuthberts are in for a shock. They are expecting an orphan boy to help with the work at Green Gables - but a skinny red-haired girl turns up instead. Highly spirited Anne Shirley charms her way into the Cuthberts' affection with her vivid imagination and constant chatter, and soon it's impossible to imagine life without her.

Puffin Classics: the definitive collection of timeless stories, for every childRediscover the Puffin Classics collection and bring the best-loved classics to a new generation - including this charming edition of Anne of Windy Willows.Now a young woman and her romance with Gilbert Blythe beginning to flourish, Anne Shirley becomes Principal of Summerside High School. But Summerside is virtually ruled by the Pringle family, who don't want Anne at the school. It takes all of Anne's courage and tact, and the comfort she draws from the eccentric household at Windy Willows, to overcome local prejudice and confront the dreaded Pringles.

Puffin Classics: the definitive collection of timeless stories, for every childRediscover the Puffin Classics collection and bring the best-loved classics to a new generation - including this charming edition of Anne of Avonlea.Now Anne is half past sixteen and she's ready to begin a new life teaching in her old school. She's as feisty as ever and is fiercely determined to inspire young hearts with her own ambitions. But some of her pupils are as boisterous and high-spirited as Anne, and so life in her Avonlea classroom becomes a lesson in discovery and adventure...

Rediscover the Puffin Classics collection and bring the best-loved classics to a new generation - including this irresistible illustrated edition of Anne of Green Gables.Marilla and Matthew Cuthbert are expecting a strong boy to arrive any day now to help them plough through the work at Green Gables, but to their surprise, a spindly red-haired girl knocks on their door instead.'Tomorrow is a new day with no mistakes in it. . .yet.' Anne charms her way into the Cuthberts' hearts with her big imagination and never ending chatter. But it's not long before Anne has talked herself into BIG trouble...

Step into the enchanting world of Anne of Green Gables, where imagination knows no bounds and the power of friendship can transform lives. In this timeless classic, follow the spirited and imaginative Anne Shirley as she navigates the picturesque landscapes of Prince Edward Island. From her mischievous adventures to her heartwarming relationships, Anne's journey will captivate readers of all ages. With its richly descriptive prose and unforgettable characters, Anne of Green Gables is a beloved tale that will transport you to a world of wonder and leave you longing for more. Discover the magic todayLavishly illustrated with nineteen wonderful full color illustrations by acclaimed artist Megan Elder-Taylor

What if you could find your way back to Anne's world ... for Christmas? If you grew up loving the Anne of Green Gables books, then this Christmas, why not travel back to Anne's time? A simpler time when neighbors looked out for one another, when families gathered often, when a house was indeed a home. Meet kindred spirits on a journey to find the true meaning of Christmas.Specially curated for every L.M. Montgomery fan and combined with inspiring artwork, these heartwarming stories in our 8x10 premium color edition will thrill you as you enjoy both familiar characters and some you may not have met before.Revisit Anne Shirley as she receives Matthew's surprise gift: a dress with puffed sleeves Eavesdrop as the Story Girl shares about the little harpist-shepherd and what happened on that first Christmas morning.Meet the Young family, divided by a feud, and discover how miscommunication brings forgiveness.Interspersed throughout the collection, Montgomery's beautiful poetry is woven in, reflecting on winter and the Christmas season. This unique collection of L.M. Montgomery's Christmas writings have also been compiled with over a dozen paintings and illustrations, from artists like Edward Percy Moran and Canadian artist Franklin Carmichael.Immerse yourself in these musings on love, hope, and joy, and you may find yourself wanting to read this treasure aloud to your family ... or curl up to enjoy the book all by yourself.You, too, can experience the Smidgen Press excellence and attention to beauty as you delight to hold this book in your hands. It turns out Anne was right: "Kindred spirits are not so scarce as I used to think."

What if you could find your way back to Anne's world ... for Christmas? If you grew up loving the Anne of Green Gables books, then this Christmas, why not travel back to Anne's time? A simpler time when neighbors looked out for one another, when families gathered often, when a house was indeed a home. Meet kindred spirits on a journey to find the true meaning of Christmas.Specially curated for every L.M. Montgomery fan and combined with inspiring artwork, these heartwarming stories in our 8x10 premium color edition will thrill you as you enjoy both familiar characters and some you may not have met before.Revisit Anne Shirley as she receives Matthew's surprise gift: a dress with puffed sleeves Eavesdrop as the Story Girl shares about the little harpist-shepherd and what happened on that first Christmas morning.Meet the Young family, divided by a feud, and discover how miscommunication brings forgiveness.Interspersed throughout the collection, Montgomery's beautiful poetry is woven in, reflecting on winter and the Christmas season. This unique collection of L.M. Montgomery's Christmas writings have also been compiled with over a dozen paintings and illustrations, from artists like Edward Percy Moran and Canadian artist Franklin Carmichael.Immerse yourself in these musings on love, hope, and joy, and you may find yourself wanting to read this treasure aloud to your family ... or curl up to enjoy the book all by yourself.You, too, can experience the Smidgen Press excellence and attention to beauty as you delight to hold this book in your hands. It turns out Anne was right: "Kindred spirits are not so scarce as I used to think."

Pat of Silver Bush tells the story of Patricia Gardiner, who hates change of any kind and above all loves her home, Silver Bush. She very much enjoys living there with her loving family and their housekeeper Judy Plum, who has a magical and mythical tale to suit any occasion. However Pat must learn to cope with the tragedies and changes that disrupt her warm and happy home.Mistress Pat is the sequel to 'Pat of Silver Bush'. Patricia Gardiner is now in her twenties and loves her home, Silver Bush, as much as ever. She continues to despise change almost just as much as in her younger years, but nevertheless, change is on the horizon. Pat has plenty of admirers who would be only too glad to provide her with a home elsewhere, but with her love of Silver Bush so strong, will she ever be able to give romance a chance?Lucy Maud Montgomery was born on 30th November 1874, New London, in the Canadian province of Prince Edward Island. Her mother, Clara Woolner (Macneil), died before Lucy reached the age of two and so she was raised by her maternal grandparents in a family of wealthy Scottish immigrants. In 1908 Montgomery produced her first full-length novel, titled 'Anne of Green Gables'. It was an instant success, and following it up with several sequels, Montgomery became a regular on the best-seller list and an international household name. Montgomery died in Toronto on 24th April 1942.

Anne of Green Gables Collection 4 Books Set By L M Montgomery: Anne of Green Gables: 'Oh, it seems so wonderful that I'm going to live with you and belong to you. I've never belonged to anybody - not really' When a scrawny, freckled girl with bright red hair arrives on Prince Edward Island, Marilla and Matthew Cuthbert are taken by surprise. Anne of Avonlea: Five years ago, Anne arrived at Avonlea a skinny orphan without a friend in the world; now it would be impossible to imagine Green Gables without her. Anne's high spirits and warm heart have won her a family and friends who love her. Anne of the Island: At eighteen years old Anne is leaving Green Gables for university - her life's dream. But her feelings are bittersweet: although excited to see the world, she is heartbroken to leave her home and everyone she loves. Anne of Windy Poplars: Anne Shirley and Gilbert Blythe are at last engaged, but still they are apart: for three years Gilbert will be away at medical school, while Anne has a new job as principal of Summerside High School. Absence couldn't make their hearts any fonder, though, and they share all their love and news in letters