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The mind behind this story was Lucy Maud Montgomery, born in Canada, in 1874. Raised by her strict grandparents in a rural community, Montgomery spent a lonely childhood finding comfort in the stunning natural landscapes, her own wild imagination, and writing poetry. Like her famous heroine, she worked as a schoolteacher in various island villages. Published in 1909, Anne of Avonlea established Montgomery as one of the most beloved authors in children's literature.