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 Anne of Green Gables : a graphic novel
 Author: Marsden, Mariah

 Publisher:  Andrews McMeel (2017)

 Dewey: 741.5
 Classification: Nonfiction
 Physical Description: 231 p., col. ill., 23 cm

 BTSB No: 604855 ISBN: 9781449479602
 Ages: 7-12 Grades: 2-7

 Subjects:
 Orphans -- Fiction
 Friendship -- Fiction
 Bildungsromans
 Country life -- Fiction
 Graphic novels
 Prince Edward Island -- Fiction

Price: $18.38

Summary:
Anne, an eleven-year-old orphan, is sent by mistake to live with a lonely, middle-aged brother and sister on a Prince Edward Island farm and proceeds to make an indelible impression on everyone around her. In graphic novel format.

 Added Entry - Personal Name: Montgomery, L. M
 Illustrator: Thummler, Brenna
Accelerated Reader Information:
   Interest Level: MG
   Reading Level: 3.20
   Points: 1.0   Quiz: 194013



Full Text Reviews:

School Library Journal - 09/01/2017 Gr 3–7—A jewel-toned graphic novel adaptation of the beloved classic. This abridged version of Anne of Green Gables appropriately condenses the longtime favorite into a more accessible volume, but it doesn't cut out the spirit of Montgomery's effervescent heroine. As chatty, imaginative, and scatter-brained as ever, the redheaded protagonist and her new family and town are brought to vivid life by the humorous dialogue and the vignettes that Marsden selected for this treatment. Anne's adventures with the raspberry cordial, dyed hair, Haunted Wood, puffed sleeves, and Lady of Shallot are portrayed with aplomb. Readers are also treated to the endearing characters of busybody Rachel Lynde, dreamy but practical Diana, teasing Gilbert Blythe, shy Matthew, and the hard-on-the-outside, gooey-on-the-inside Marilla. Other favorite characters get short shrift: Miss Stacy is barely mentioned. What makes all of these characters and episodes stand out are the almost-Technicolor illustrations by Thummler, whose interpretation of Avonlea and Green Gables will make anyone understand why the verbose orphan would want to stay in this candy-colored paradise. The landscapes, characterizations, joys and triumphs, and moments of despair are brilliantly depicted in a variety of panel sizes, which serve to heighten the narrative plot points and convey the pacing of each scene. Full pages and spreads are used intermittently to dramatic effect. The winning combination will please both fans and newcomers. VERDICT A gem of a graphic novel adaptation that should be shelved right alongside the original for those who don't want to wade through the wordy prose. A must-purchase.—Shelley M. Diaz, School Library Journal - Copyright 2017 Publishers Weekly, Library Journal and/or School Library Journal used with permission.

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