Kilmeny of the Orchard by L. M. Montgomery

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Author Montgomery, L. M. (Lucy Maud), 1874-1942
Title Kilmeny of the Orchard
Note Reading ease score: 81.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "Kilmeny of the Orchard" by L. M. Montgomery is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the character Eric Marshall, a young and ambitious man who, after graduating from Queenslea College, takes up a teaching position in the small rural community of Lindsay. Here he encounters Kilmeny Gordon, a beautiful girl who captivates him with her ethereal charm and musical talent, despite her tragic silence. The book explores themes of love, innocence, and the constraints of societal expectations in a charming yet poignant narrative. At the start of the novel, readers are introduced to a vibrant spring day at Queenslea College during graduation. Eric and his friend David discuss ambitions, friendships, and future prospects, laying the groundwork for Eric's character. After receiving a letter from a friend requesting his help as a substitute teacher, Eric accepts the opportunity to teach at Lindsay school. Upon his arrival, he becomes enchanted by the rural beauty and the mysterious Kilmeny, who he first sees playing an exquisite melody in an abandoned orchard. The initial encounter leaves him intrigued by her beauty and troubled by her apparent fear of him. As the opening chapters unfold, a sense of mystery surrounding Kilmeny’s background emerges, particularly concerning her inability to speak, inviting readers into a journey of discovery and emotional engagement. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Prince Edward Island -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Teachers -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Mute persons -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 5341
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Most Recently Updated Jan 27, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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