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When mischievous orphan Anne Shirley arrives at the Cuthbert farm Green Gables, she knows she wants to stay forever. But the Cuthbert's were expecting a boy orphan -- someone strong enough to help with their farmwork. Can spunky Anne win their hearts? This beautiful picture book adaptation of L. M. Montgomery's classic novel will delight the author's many fans -- and captivate a new audience of younger readers.
Publishers Weekly
This simplified picture-book retelling of how the 11-year-old orphan comes to Prince Edward Island is adapted from L.M. Montgomery's classic. Ages 5-8. (Apr.) Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information.
Library Journal
Montgomery is the latest author to join Running Press's ongoing "Courage Classics'' series of budget hardcover reprints of classic works. Along with the full text, this edition includes excerpts from the author's journal. Also new in the line is Short Stories and Tall Tales by Mark Twain ( ISBN 1-56138-323-6 ), which offers pieces gleaned from Running Press's The Unabridged Mark Twain . At this bargain price, both titles are excellent choices.
School Library Journal
Gr 5-8-The nostalgic charm of Avonlea comes alive in Lucy Maud Montgomery's heart-warming tale set on the quaint island of Prince William about an aging brother and sister, Mathew and Marilla Cuthbert, and their decision to adopt a young boy to help with chores around their farm. However, as the result of a misunderstanding the boy turns out to be a feisty, independent, and wildly imaginative redheaded girl named Anne. Marilla's first reaction to this news is, "What use is she to us?" Wherein Mathew replies, "We might be of some use to her." Throughout this moving story these two statements mix and meld together so richly and completely that they become one truth. Three lives are changed so dramatically that none can imagine life without the others. Each new day brings a new set of adventures, often hilarious and always uplifting. Anne's vivid and overactive imagination is the cause of many mishaps, but her saving grace is her heart of gold. Her best friend and "kindred spirit," Diana, and her handsome admirer, Gilbert Blythe, often find themselves unintentional victims of Anne's escapades. Narrator Shelly Frasier's pleasant voice is especially enjoyable during the rapid ramblings of Anne and as the soft-spoken, slow-paced Mathew. Her voice reflects the human qualities of each character, switching seamlessly between broken and despaired, curt and crisp, or dreamy and absent-minded. This perennial classic, divided into convenient three minute tracks and containing a short biography of the author, is a must have for expanding audiobook collections.-Cheryl Preisendorfer, Twinsburg High School, OH Copyright 2004 Reed Business Information.
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'The dearest and most moving and delightful child since the immortal Alice' - Mark Twain
MAY 2014 - AudioFile
The village of Greenwillow is redolent with verdant pastures and quaint inhabitants who are engrossed in both nature and their religions. Ann Richardson narrates this gentle story of romance, family curses, and battling intolerance. She believably portrays a broad range of characters of all ages—from high-pitched toddlers to belligerent teens and elderly folks. Nuances of accent, class, and attitude are all lightly performed. Young Gideon, who vows never to marry, is smitten with orphan Dorrie, and therein lies the quandary. In this charming book, Chute embraces rural challenges and village eccentrics, particularly two reverends who spar over good and evil. A.W. © AudioFile 2014, Portland, Maine
MAY 2014 - AudioFile
The village of Greenwillow is redolent with verdant pastures and quaint inhabitants who are engrossed in both nature and their religions. Ann Richardson narrates this gentle story of romance, family curses, and battling intolerance. She believably portrays a broad range of characters of all ages—from high-pitched toddlers to belligerent teens and elderly folks. Nuances of accent, class, and attitude are all lightly performed. Young Gideon, who vows never to marry, is smitten with orphan Dorrie, and therein lies the quandary. In this charming book, Chute embraces rural challenges and village eccentrics, particularly two reverends who spar over good and evil. A.W. © AudioFile 2014, Portland, Maine