Lucy Maud Montgomery ​

Lucy Maud Montgomery was a Canadian author best known for her series of novels beginning with "Anne of Green Gables". The books have since been adapted into numerous films, television series, and stage productions. Her work, which includes over 20 novels and 500 short stories and poems, centers around themes of identity, feminism, nature, and love.

Quick Facts ​

• Best known for her Anne of Green Gables series.
• Works have been adapted into over 20 movies and TV shows.
• Her works, in total, have sold over 50 million copies worldwide.
• Her novels have been translated into at least 36 languages.
• Was named an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in 1935.

Background ​

Montgomery was born in 1874 on Prince Edward Island in Canada to a family of Scottish immigrants. After her mother's early death, she was raised by her strict and conservative grandparents. She received her early education in Cavendish followed by a degree from Prince of Wales College. She worked briefly as a teacher and a journalist before focusing on her writing full time.

She is best known for her novel Anne of Green Gables, published in 1908. The book was an immediate success and led to a series of sequels, inspiring an animated series and a popular television series. Montgomery also wrote many short stories and poems, but it was the character of Anne Shirley - an imaginative, talkative, red-headed orphan - that captured the hearts of readers worldwide. She continues to be one of the most widely read authors in the world. Montgomery died in 1942.

Writing Style and Impact ​

Montgomery wrote with exquisite detail and a deep sense of understanding and empathy for her characters, many of whom were young women facing the challenges of growing up. Her work, often set in the pastoral landscapes of Prince Edward Island, is known for its sensitivity and romantic charm. Her most famous novel, Anne of Green Gables, has been praised for its realistic depiction of adolescent life and its enduring appeal. She has been credited with contributing significantly to Canadian literature and for influencing many writers around the world.

Notable Works ​

• Anne of Green Gables (1908)
• Anne of Avonlea (1909)
• Anne of The Island (1915)
• Emily of New Moon (1923)
• The Blue Castle (1926)