| Author |
Montgomery, L. M. (Lucy Maud), 1874-1942 |
| Title |
Rainbow Valley
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rainbow_Valley
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 83.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Bernard J. Farber, Carmen Baxter, Dona Rucci, Elizabeth Morton, Rebekah Neely, Joe Johnson, Joan Chovan, Judith Fetterolf, Mary Nuzzo, Sally Drake, Sally Starks, Steve Callis, Virginia Mohlere-Dellinger, Mary Mark Ockerbloom, Ben Crowder and David Widger
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| Summary |
"Rainbow Valley" by L. M. Montgomery is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds in the fictional community of Glen St. Mary, following the lives of familiar characters, including Anne Blythe and her children, as they navigate friendships, family, and the impact of new arrivals in their idyllic setting. It focuses on themes of childhood, community dynamics, and the joys and challenges that accompany growing up in such a lively environment. At the start of "Rainbow Valley," readers are reintroduced to the quaint charm of Glen St. Mary, as Anne and her family return home after a trip abroad. The opening chapters highlight the excitement of the Ingleside children, the gossip surrounding the new Meredith family at the manse, and the community's playful banter. Anne's friends discuss the curious nature of the new minister and his children, who are lively and mischievous. The innocent adventures of the Blythe children take center stage, filled with their exploration of the enchanting Rainbow Valley—a space they cherish for its natural beauty and imaginative potential. In this cozy, picturesque setting, the arrival of new characters, particularly Mary Vance, introduces a fresh dynamic that promises to stir up both mischief and heartwarming moments in the lives of those who call Glen St. Mary home. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Historical fiction
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| Subject |
Orphans -- Juvenile fiction
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Prince Edward Island -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Friendship -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Siblings -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Family life -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Foster home care -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Canada -- History -- 20th century -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
5343 |
| Release Date |
Mar 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
May 5, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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