Anne of Green Gables

by Mary Sebag-Montefiore, Alan Marks (Illustrator)

24 page picture book Adaptation -Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert planned to adopt a boy to help out on the farm, so when red-headed "Anne-with-an-e" arrives at Green Gables, she is not quite what they expected. But Anne sets out to win them over, determined to make a life for herself. The classic story by Canadian author L.M. Montgomery, retold for younger readers. First published in 1908, this classic story has been published in many editions, selling more than 50 million copies. It has been translated into 20 languages, and adapted for stage and screen. Part of a range of Usborne picture books, each retelling a literary classic or traditional story.

Genres: Classics, Childrens, Picture Books, Historical Fiction, Family

24 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1900

About the author

Mary Sebag-Montefiore is an author of children's books and often adapts adult classics for children. She has rewritten everything from David Copperfield, Wuthering Heights and War and Peace. She is associated with Usborne.

Reviews

[Miranda Reads · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am an absolute sucker for illustrated versions of my favorite classic books...and this was no exception. I really enjoyed the way Sebag-Montefiore portrayed Anne in this story and while some of my favorite parts of the story were cut for time, the overall impression of the book works well.

[Brianna Bratrud · Rating 4 out of 5]

Perfect for my own justice-and-beauty-loving Mary. Makes me dream of reading the real Anne stories with her some day.

[Lorraine · Rating 3 out of 5]

I don't think this is actually the book I read, but this is what the ISBN pulls up. It's a pretty short picture book of the story; the illustrations are wonderful, but the story is truncated weirdly and doesn't even hit some of the more important parts like Diana and Anne being kept apart and Anne saving Diana's sister's life. It's not a very good abridging IMHO.

[Samantha · Rating 2 out of 5]

Beautiful illustrations but the retelling of the story does not flow nicely, very choppy.

[Carina Martin · Rating 4 out of 5]

I think four stars because Anne lost her temper and I read the book to my Mommy.

[Sara · Rating 3 out of 5]

Super abbreviated Usborne book. Eliana liked it.

[Naomi · Rating 5 out of 5]

SO GOOD!!!!!

[Leyla Lázaro]

Es súper cuqui

[Christine M · Rating 1 out of 5]

Worst retelling imaginable, the entire book is just Anne complaining about her red hair and not one other character is nice to her in fact they are nasty to her about her hair too. Since this book is aimed at very young children it should be banned, shockingly nasty. If your child has red hair they will feel very self conscious and sad after reading this and if not they will be given a message that it's ok to treat someone badly if their hair is red. Soo awful if we replaced red hair with black hair or brown skin then this book never would have made it onto a child's bookshelf. Clearly written by a hateful jealous woman. Long live beautiful red heads!

[Melted Marshmellow · Rating 5 out of 5]

It was amazing. Would definitely re read.

[KaitandMaddie · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good introduction to Anne. We will have to watch the movie soon.

[R. L. Peterson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent retelling of Anne of Green Gables for the youngest of readers!

[Juliana Broussard · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 ⭐️

[Maddy Roth · Rating 3 out of 5]

Genre: Contemporary Realistic
Date: 9-8
Grade Range: 2-5

This is an abridged version of Anne of Green Gables. It shows how a red-head orphan tries her best to fit in. It's in a format for young readers to enjoy the book. Even though it's not the full story, it still is relatable for some students who struggle to fit in, which I very much relate too.

[Andy Hickman · Rating 3 out of 5]

“Anne of Green Gables” by Mary Sebag-Montefiore (Usborne)
Delightful illustrations accompany this abridged version of a classic story.

“I’ll be dazzingly good always.”

“I’ll float off into the far blue yonder..” she murmured ***

[Sarah · Rating 3 out of 5]

First grade unit: Social studies- Canada

[Wilde Sky · Rating 4 out of 5]

A young orphan is taken in by a family and tries to find happiness.

The story and writing were very effective but this version was a bit too short.

[Stevie Loveridge · Rating 3 out of 5]

Love the illustrations but the story itself is really short.

[Lauren Hansøn · Rating 4 out of 5]

A sweet introduction to our beloved Anne for little readers. The illustrations are lovely!