Anne of Green Gables by L. M. Montgomery
The book follows the life of a young orphan girl who is mistakenly sent to live with an elderly brother and sister who originally wanted to adopt a boy to help them with their farm in Prince Edward Island. Despite the initial disappointment, the girl's charm, vivacity, and imagination soon win over her new guardians. The story details her adventures and mishaps in her new home, her struggles and triumphs at school, and her gradual maturing into a smart, independent young woman.
The 264th greatest book of all time
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Total Points: 1161
Since this book was first published in 1908, there is a penalty of 0%. The age adjusted score is 1161.0.
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