Jane Victoria Stuart, called Victoria by her family, lives in Toronto with her mother, grandmother, and aunt. Her grandmother is very strict and Jane does not like having to live with her and wishes she could escape. Jane's only friend is Josephine Turner – Jody, an orphan who lives and works as a servant at the boardinghouse next door. One day, a letter from her estranged father arrives, asking that Jane stay with him for the summer on the Island. Jane is very reluctant about going, but eventually she decides to do it. She meets her father for the first time and loves him from the start. The two buy a little house on Lantern Hill, Jane takes on the role of housekeeper and soon becomes friends with all the neighbors. Upon returning next summer, she has many other adventures..._x000D_ Content:_x000D_ JANE OF LANTERN HILL_x000D_ THE ALPINE PATH: THE STORY OF MY CAREER (Memoirs of Lucy Maud Montgomery)_x000D_ Lucy Maud Montgomery (1874-1942) was a Canadian author best known for a series of novels with Anne of Green Gables, an orphaned girl, mistakenly sent to a couple, who had intended to adopt a boy. Anne novels made Montgomery famous in her lifetime and gave her an international following. The first novel was followed by a series of sequels with Anne as the central character. Montgomery went on to publish 20 novels as well as 530 short stories, 500 poems, and 30 essays. Most of the novels were set in Prince Edward Island, and locations within Canada's smallest province became a literary landmark and popular tourist site._x000D_

Lucy Maud Montgomery (1874-1942), an esteemed Canadian author, is most widely recognized for her contributions to children's literature and her keen portrayal of life in Prince Edward Island. Born on November 30, 1874, in Clifton (now New London), Prince Edward Island, Montgomery's writings were greatly influenced by the natural beauty and rustic life of her home province. After the death of her mother and abandonment by her father, Montgomery was raised by her strict and conservative grandparents. This challenging childhood, however, fostered a rich inner world from which she drew inspiration for her writing.
Montgomery's literary acclaim began with her beloved 'Anne of Green Gables' series, which has charmed readers for over a century. Her work is characterized by its vibrant protagonists, exploration of themes such as belonging, identity, and the struggles of maturation, all articulated with emotional depth and a humorous undertone. In 'Jane of Lantern Hill' (1937), Montgomery introduces readers to the imaginative and determined Jane Stuart, who discovers strength and independence against the backdrop of contrasting urban and pastoral settings. Montgomery's writing resonated with readers, offering them escape during the uncertainty of the early 20th century. Despite facing personal adversities, including depression and societal constraints, Montgomery's prolific output of 20 novels, over 500 short stories, an autobiography, and numerous poems has cemented her status as an iconic figure in Canadian literature. Her works continue to be celebrated for their longevity, narrative charm, and the empowering depiction of young women.