Rilla Of Ingleside (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781419144981)

Rilla Of Ingleside is a novel written by Lucy Maud Montgomery, the author of the famous Anne of Green Gables series. The book is set during World War I and follows the story of Anne Shirley's youngest daughter, Rilla, as she grows up and faces the challenges of war. Rilla is a carefree and fun-loving girl who is not interested in the war or politics. However, when her brothers and friends are sent off to fight, she realizes the seriousness of the situation and decides to do her part for her country. Throughout the novel, Rilla's character develops as she learns to be responsible and mature. She takes on new roles and responsibilities, including caring for a war orphan and organizing a Junior Red Cross group. She also experiences love and heartbreak as she falls in love with a soldier who is sent off to fight. The novel provides a vivid portrayal of life during the war, including the struggles and sacrifices made by families and communities. It also highlights the importance of community support and the resilience of individuals during challenging times. Overall, Rilla Of Ingleside is a heartwarming and inspiring story that celebrates the strength and courage of women during a time of crisis. It is a must-read for fans of Lucy Maud Montgomery and anyone interested in historical fiction.October passed out and the dreary days of November and December dragged by. The world shook with the thunder of contending armies; Antwerp fell --Turkey declared war--gallant little Serbia gathered herself together and struck a deadly blow at her oppressor; and in quiet, hill-girdled Glen St. Mary, thousands of miles away, hearts beat with hope and fear over the varying dispatches from day to day.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Lucy Maud Montgomery
ISBN-10: 1419144987
ISBN-13: 9781419144981
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/17/2004
Pages: 256
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.99lbs
Size: 8.76h x 7.94w x 0.55d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 7.9
Point Value: 16
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 8092 / Rilla of Ingleside