Anne Shirley

Davy Keith

Anne acts as a loving and patient foster mother figure to the mischievous but good-hearted Davy.

Mrs. Rachel Lynde

Anne shares a warm, respectful friendship with the talkative and opinionated neighbor who often advises her.

Paul Irving

Anne is Paul's devoted and imaginative teacher, fostering a deep bond through his sensitive and poetic nature.

Marilla Cuthbert

Anne has a loving, maternal relationship with Marilla, who raised her and now relies on her as a partner in running Green Gables.

Diana Barry

Anne and Diana are inseparable bosom friends, sharing a deep, loyal, and joyful companionship.

Charlotta the Fourth

Anne has a friendly, slightly amused bond with the chatty and devoted young maid at Echo Lodge.

Mr. J. A. Harrison

Anne develops a teasing but cordial friendship with the blunt, eccentric new neighbor Mr. Harrison.

Stephen Irving

Anne interacts politely with Paul's wealthy, somewhat distant father during school and community events.

Anthony Pye

Anne struggles to manage the defiant, troublesome student Anthony Pye in her classroom.

Gilbert Blythe

Anne and Gilbert share a deepening friendship with underlying romantic tension, moving toward mutual affection.

Dora Keith

Anne gently cares for the well-behaved, quiet Dora as a foster mother figure.

Jane Andrews

Anne and Jane are friendly former schoolmates, though Jane is more practical and less imaginative than Anne.

Anne of Avonlea

The protagonist, now a teacher at Avonlea School, balancing her duties with her imaginative spirit.

An Irate Neighbour

Dreams of her future as a teacher and the influence she might have on her pupils; defends her cow Dolly against Mr. Harrison's complaints; discusses the Village Improvement Society with Mrs. Lynde.

Selling in Haste and Repenting at Leisure

Impulsively sells Mr. Harrison's cow by mistake, then prepares to confess and make amends.

Mr. Harrison at Home

Visits Mr. Harrison to confess her mistake of selling his cow; feels relieved and happy when forgiven.

IV: Different Opinions

Anxious about her first day of teaching, she firmly opposes corporal punishment and believes in governing by affection, though she is teased by Mr. Harrison and worried by Marilla.

A Full-Fledged Schoolma’am

Anne starts her teaching career, feeling nervous but determined to win over her students, especially Anthony Pye.

All Sorts and Conditions of Men… and Women

Secretary of the A.V.I.S., leads the canvass with enthusiasm and idealism.

The Pointing of Duty

Discusses teaching challenges and joys with Gilbert, shares her dream of adding beauty to life, and persuades Marilla to take the Keith twins.

Marilla Adopts Twins

Helps Marilla with the twins; uses gentle talks and comparisons to Paul Irving to guide Davy's behavior.

IX: A Question of Colour

Defends Mrs. Lynde to Mr. Harrison, discusses the hall painting project, and later despairs over the blue paint mistake.

Davy in Search of a Sensation

Walks home through the Birch Path, reflecting on life and dreaming. Leads the search for Dora and confronts Davy about his lies.

Facts and Fancies

Narrates the chapter through a letter to a Queen's Academy chum, reflecting on the joys and challenges of teaching.

A Jonah Day

Anne has a 'Jonah day' marked by irritability, losing her temper, and whipping Anthony Pye, leading to intense remorse and self-reflection.

A Golden Picnic

Organizes the golden picnic, celebrates her birthday in spring, leads the exploration, and reflects on poetry and the soul.

A Danger Averted

Leads the A.V.I.S. committee to protest Judson Parker's fence rental; overhears Judson accepting a bribe and uses the leverage to secure his reversal.

XV: The Beginning of Vacation

Anne closes the school year, visits Matthew's grave, and walks with Paul Irving, discussing his mother and birthday. Later, she visits Mrs. Allan, reflecting on friendship and her future.

XVI: The Substance of Things Hoped For

Excitedly prepares for Mrs. Morgan's visit, plans the dinner menu, and corrects Davy's theological confusion.

A Chapter of Accidents

Anne is the hostess, full of excitement and anticipation for Mrs. Morgan's visit, but later deeply disappointed when the visit is cancelled.

An Adventure on the Tory Road

Gets stuck in a duck house roof while peering in a window for a willowware platter; endures a thunderstorm with humor and imagination.

Just a Happy Day

Enjoys a simple, happy day with Diana and the twins, visits Paul Irving, and later talks with Gilbert about community projects.

The Way It Often Happens

Hosts Mrs. Morgan and Mrs. Pendexter, deals with a red nose mishap, and reflects on vanity.

Sweet Miss Lavendar

Anne and Diana visit Miss Lavendar and enjoy tea; Anne also teaches at Avonlea School and comforts Dora.

Odds and Ends

Describes Miss Lavendar's appearance and defends her uniqueness; later clears dishes and expresses relief that the twins can stay.

Miss Lavendar's Romance

Visits Miss Lavendar at Echo Lodge, bringing youth and companionship; later brings Paul Irving to meet her.

A Prophet in His Own Country

Co-authors the 'Avonlea Notes' with Gilbert, comforts Mr. Harrison after Ginger's death, and helps Marilla board up broken windows.

An Avonlea Scandal

Grieves the storm's damage to flowers, encounters Mrs. Harrison, and learns of Mr. Harrison's marital history.

Around the Bend

Anne is torn between joy at the prospect of college and regret at leaving Avonlea; she resigns from teaching and reflects on her future.

An Afternoon at the Stone House

Visits Echo Lodge with Paul, picks strawberries with Charlotta, and resolves to spend a week cheering Miss Lavendar.

The Prince Comes Back to the Enchanted Palace

Visits Echo Lodge, helps reunite Miss Lavendar and Stephen Irving, and reflects on her teaching career.

Poetry and Prose

Anne is deeply involved in Miss Lavendar's wedding preparations and Diana's engagement, reflecting on romance and her own future.

A Wedding at the Stone House

Helps prepare for Miss Lavendar's wedding; reflects on change and her feelings for Gilbert.