Before Green Gables facts for kids
Cover of Viking Canada 2008 Hardcover
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| Author | Budge Wilson |
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| Country | Canada |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Children's novel |
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Publication date
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2008 |
| Media type | Print (Hardcover) |
| Pages | 400 |
| ISBN | 0-425-22576-3 |
| OCLC | 312933557 |
| Followed by | Anne of Green Gables |
Before Green Gables is a book that tells the story of Anne Shirley before she arrived at Green Gables. It is a "prequel," meaning it happens before the first book in the series. The book was published in 2008 by Puffin Books. This was part of a special celebration for Anne Shirley's 100th anniversary. The first book about Anne, Anne of Green Gables, came out in 1908. A Canadian author named Budge Wilson wrote this prequel. She said she would try to stay true to Anne's character, created by Lucy Maud Montgomery. However, she would tell the story in her own writing style.
Contents
Anne's Early Life
This book shares details about Anne's childhood before she came to Green Gables. Anne had a difficult time growing up. The story describes what happened after her parents passed away. It also covers her time living with the Thomas and Hammond families. Later, she lived in an orphanage.
Around the World
Before Green Gables has been translated into other languages. This means people in different countries can read Anne's story.
Japanese Translation
The book was translated into Japanese. Its title in Japanese is Kon'nichiwa Anne. This means "Hello, Anne." Shinchosha published this version.
Polish Translation
It was also translated into Polish. The Polish title is Droga do Zielonego Wzgórza. This means "Road to Green Gables." Wydawnictwo Literackie published the Polish edition.
French Translation
In French, the book is called Anne... : Avant la maison aux pignons verts. This means "Anne: Before Green Gables..." Trécarré published the French version.
Anime Adaptation
The story of Before Green Gables was made into an anime series. An anime is a type of Japanese animation.
Kon'nichiwa Anne
The anime is called Kon'nichiwa Anne: Before Green Gables. It is part of Nippon Animation's World Masterpiece Theater series. This series often adapts classic children's books. The anime aired in Japan from April 5, 2009, to December 27, 2009.
