Get ready to journey with us as we begin L. M. Montgomery's beloved novel, Anne of the Island, a classic from the early 20th century.  This installment chronicles Anne Shirley's pivotal transition from her cherished childhood in Avonlea to the exciting, yet daunting, world of adulthood and college life at Redmond.  Our first chapter, aptly titled "The Shadow of Change," immediately immerses us in this significant moment, setting the stage as Anne and her dear friend Diana Barry reflect on the bittersweet passage of time and the impending separation that Anne's departure for college brings.  The narrative beautifully captures the poignant nostalgia for what was, intertwined with the trepidation and excitement for what lies ahead.  As Anne navigates these changes, her relationships, especially with Gilbert Blythe, begin to evolve, hinting at future complexities.  This comforting, family-friendly story invites you to follow Anne's continuing journey, illustrating the intertwining of love, enduring friendship, and the challenges of newfound independence.

Credits Narration and Production: Gizelle Erickson

Executive Producer: Jon Hagadorn

Music Credits:

Thanks to Luis_Humanoide, Music by Luis Humanoide from Pixabay “Victorian Violin Waltz”

Thanks to Music_For_Videos, Music by Anastasia Chubarova from Pixabay "Romance" (https://pixabay.com/music/modern-classical-romance-164950/)

Sound Effects:

Thanks to freesound_community; Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay 

“country morning late September”

“Calm pond bright wind in reeds geese water”

“Babbling Brook 99”

“Crickets in French countryside, summer evening

Thanks to RichardMultimedia; Sound Effect by Richard Multimedia from Pixabay “Ocean Waves”

Enjoy all our Anne Stories IN ORDER BY EPISODE here:

 https://www.bestof1001stories.com/show/1001storiesfromthegildedage/categories/anne-of-the-green-gables-and-sequels/

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