Quotes from “Anne of Green Gables”

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We share some beautiful quotes from “Anne of Green Gables” which was written by the Canadian author, L.M. (Lucy Maud) Montgomery. Although the novel was published in 1908, the story and messages have certainly been enjoyed by many people. “Anne of Green Gables” has been translated into many different languages and millions of copies have been sold around the world. The quotes are delightful and some certainly can be applied to our own outlook on life!

  • “Isn’t it splendid there are so many things to like in this world?”
  • “Of course, I’ve had my troubles, but one can live down troubles.”
  • “If I wasn’t a human girl I think I’d like to be a bee and live among the flowers.”

“I shall give life here my best, and I believe it will give its best to me in return.”

Lucy Maud Montgomery, “Anne of Green Gables”
  • “It’s been my experience that you can nearly always enjoy things you make up your mind firmly that you will.”
  • “I love a book that makes me cry.”
  • “A good cry, indulged in the grateful solitude of the east gable, had soothed her nerves and restored her to her wonted cheerfulness.”
  • “Blessed are they who expect nothing for they shall not be disappointed.”
  • “The beauty of it all thrilled Anne’s heart, and she gratefully opened the gates of her soul to it.”
  • “Dear old world,” she murmured, “you are very lovely, and I am glad to be alive in you.”
  • “It’s lovely to be going home and know it’s home…”

This classic story has truly captivated readers around the world! We hope you enjoyed these lovely quotes from Anne of Green Gables as well!



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