The Complete Emily Starr Trilogy (eBook)

Emily of New Moon + Emily Climbs + Emily's Quest

Lucy Maud Montgomery (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2022
408 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654700113-3 (EAN)

Infos

The Complete Emily Starr Trilogy encompasses Montgomery's beloved narratives: "Emily of New Moon," "Emily Climbs," and "Emily's Quest." With a characteristic blend of lyrical prose and deep emotional resonance, these novels follow the journey of Emily Byrd Starr, a creative and introspective young girl navigating the challenges of adolescence in early 20th-century Prince Edward Island. Montgomery's vivid descriptions and rich characterizations evoke the natural beauty of the Canadian landscape while exploring themes of imagination, friendship, and the quest for identity, rooted in a literary context that reflects the broader struggles of a changing society. Lucy Maud Montgomery, renowned for her profound understanding of the human spirit, drew upon her own experiences as an imaginative child in a small community to craft this poignant trilogy. Growing up under the careful watch of her strict grandparents, Montgomery attuned herself to the subtleties of relationships while grappling with her own artistic aspirations. Her passion for storytelling, underpinned by intimacy with nature, ultimately shaped Emily's character as an embodiment of the author's own struggle for creative freedom and personal growth. This trilogy is a must-read for those who appreciate narratives steeped in emotional depth and vivid imagery. Readers will find in Emily a kindred spirit whose adventures resonate with anyone who has ever yearned to harness their creativity. Montgomery's exploration of identity and belonging makes this collection an enduring classic that continues to inspire and enchant readers of all ages.

Autor

Lucy Maud Montgomery (1874–1942) stands as one of Canada's most enduringly popular authors, whose works have charmed readers worldwide with their earnestness, wholesome values, and vivid characterizations. Born on Prince Edward Island, her upbringing amidst its pastoral beauty profoundly influenced her writing. Montgomery's literary career was propelled to international acclaim with the publication of 'Anne of Green Gables' in 1908, a book that has since become a classic in children's literature and undergone numerous adaptations. The pastoral landscapes and communities of Prince Edward Island serve as a backdrop to much of her work, providing a canvas for her to explore themes of belonging, imagination, and resilience. Her 'Emily Starr Trilogy,' comprising 'Emily of New Moon,' 'Emily Climbs,' and 'Emily's Quest,' continues this tradition. Across this series, readers follow the titular Emily through childhood and early adulthood's trials and triumphs, reflecting Montgomery's own life experiences and personal aspirations as a writer. Her literary style is marked by rich descriptions, a keen sense of place, and characters who, though products of their time, inspire with their aspirational qualities. Despite grappling with personal hardships and mental health challenges, Montgomery's prodigious output included 20 novels, numerous short stories, poems, and an autobiography. Her work remains seminal, not only for its contribution to Canadian literature but also for its enduring thematic resonance and portrayal of indomitable female protagonists.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 25.5.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Themenwelt: Kinder- / Jugendbuch ► Kinderbücher bis 11 Jahre
• Themenwelt: Kinder- / Jugendbuch ► Sachbücher ► Geschichte / Politik
• Schlagworte: a little princess • aspiring female writer • Bronte • Canadian classic literature • Canadian coming-of-age • Canadian girlhood • childhood memoir • Coming of Age • coming-of-age stories • Early 20th Century • early 20th century fiction • Emily Starr series • family and friendship • Fanciful imagination • female author • Frances Hodgson Burnett • Hans Christian Andersen • harsh reality • Heidi • Historical Children's Fiction • historical youth fiction • individuality and creativity • Jane Austen • Literary heroines in literature • Literary trilogy • Louisa May Alcott • lucy maud montgomery books • Matilda • Nature sensitivity • orphan protagonist literature • pippi longstocking • Prince Edward Island • Prince Edward Island settings • Rose in Bloom • rural Canada setting • Self-discovery journey • Strong-minded protagonist • Timeless literary classic • vivid storytelling style • young adult romance novels