Annan Unelmavuodet
1915
Published in 1915, 'Annan Unelmavuodet' is a novel by L. M. Montgomery that continues the story of Anne Shirley as she transitions into adulthood. The narrative follows 18-year-old Anne as she leaves home to attend college in Redmond, where she navigates new friendships, academic challenges, and evolving relationships, particularly with Gilbert Blythe. The book explores themes of self-perception and nostalgia, capturing Anne's vibrant imagination and emotional ties to her past while addressing the bittersweet nature of change.
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“Anne laughed."I don't want sunbursts or marble halls, I just want you.””
— L. M. Montgomery
“I wouldn't want to marry anybody who was wicked, but I think I'd like it if he could be wicked and wouldn't.””
— L. M. Montgomery
“All life lessons are not learned at college,' she thought. 'Life teaches them everywhere.””
— L. M. Montgomery
“I've loved you ever since that day you broke your slate over my head in school.””
— L. M. Montgomery
“I do know my own mind,' protested Anne. 'The trouble is, my mind changes and then I have to get acquainted with it all over again.””
— L. M. Montgomery
“I feel as if I had opened a book and found roses of yesterday sweet and fragrant, between its leaves.””
— L. M. Montgomery
“I love them, they are so nice and selfish. Dogs are TOO good and unselfish. They make me feel uncomfortable. But cats are gloriously human.””
— L. M. Montgomery
“When you've learned to laugh at the things that should be laughed at, and not to laugh at those that shouldn't, you've got wisdom and understanding.””
— L. M. Montgomery
“Anne was always glad in the happiness of her friends; but it is sometimes a little lonely to be surrounded everywhere by happiness that is not your own.””
— L. M. Montgomery
