Maud Defends Anne's 'Precocity'
Though L.M. Montgomery was hailed with positive reviews upon the publication of Anne of Green Gables, it appears there was some speculation as to whether a young 11-year-old orphan like Anne would be so mature in terms of her taste in literature.
Rilla of Ingleside
In the following revealing journal entry, author L.M. Montgomery reveals what her editor originally thought of her first draft of Rilla of Ingleside, the eighth book in her series of Anne novels. It also shows Montgomery’s down to earth nature, as well as her keen sense of humour.
Anniversary of Anne of Avonlea
A little more than a century ago today, L.M. Montgomery received her first copy of Anne of Avonlea – the sequel to her world famous novel, Anne of Green Gables. When Maud first finished her first Anne book, her publisher immediately asked for a sequel. At this time, Maud wasn’t even sure if her first would be a success.
Maud's Hopes for Anne's Dreams
The House of Dreams is nicely “made”, with a pretty cover design. The latter is very illogical of course. Twenty-five year old Anne looks like a girl of seventeen. But it is all very dainty and will “catch the trade”. I do hope the book will be a success.
Maud's Book of Souvenirs
There are some people who like to hold on to even the most ordinary objects if, for some reason, they represent a sentimental moment in time. L.M. Montgomery, famous author of Anne of Green Gables, was one of those people. When she was just 20 years old, three years before Anne was published, Maud had a look through her old scrapbook and recorded in her journal all of the humorous and romantic stories attached to the pieces inside – a record, with photos, you will enjoy seeing here:
Maud's Courtship Plays Out Like Austen Novel
"I am not now to learn that it is usual with young ladies to reject the addresses of the man whom they secretly mean to accept, when he first applies for their favour..." ~ Mr. Collins, Pride and Prejudice
Though the two authors were separated by time and space, reading L.M. Montgomery’s journals is often like reading a page out of Jane Austen’s novels.
A Poem A Day: In The Garret
Four little chests all in a row,
Dim with dust, and worn by time,
All fashioned and filled, long ago,
By children now in their prime.
The Legacy of Queen Victoria
Those living outside of Canada, or any of Britain’s former colonies, may not realize the significance of the coming holiday Monday – “Victoria Day”. This annual Canadian federal holiday is celebrated on the last Monday on or before May 24th, which was the Queen’s birthday. The day is a celebration of her birth, as well as the birth of our current reigning sovereign.
The Bridget Jones Effect
We recently talked about the worthwhile habit of keeping a diary and how instrumental it can be in keeping track of the little instances in life that are easily forgotten. But apparently, writing in a diary has a more scientific effect on our emotions than we might have thought.
Life Like An Open Book
“I always say, keep a diary and someday it'll keep you.” ~ Mae West
For some, recording their emotions in a diary is an absolutely necessity in life, as well as a therapeutic pastime. Others keep a journal for more practical reasons or to keep their memories sharp, while a few feel the need to preserve their place in history. Historians and scholars today have a lot of gratitude for those who did decide to explain their life’s actions and thoughts on the page – not the least of them being author L.M. Montgomery.
