# Love and Friendship in Anne of Avonlea

> Theme guide for Anne of Avonlea by L. M. Montgomery.

The narrative examines various forms of love and friendship, including Anne's enduring bond with Diana, her mentorship of Paul Irving, the rekindled romance between Miss Lavendar and Stephen Irving, and her evolving relationship with Gilbert Blythe.

## Where it surfaces

- [Marilla Adopts Twins](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/chapters/viii-marilla-adopts-twins): Despite his naughtiness, Davy's affectionate hugs and Anne's patient care demonstrate the bonds forming within the new family.
- [Facts and Fancies](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/chapters/xi-facts-and-fancies): Annetta Bell's copied love letter and her genuine affection for Anne highlight the theme of love, albeit in a childlike and misguided form.
- [A Golden Picnic](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/chapters/xiii-a-golden-picnic): The picnic strengthens the bond among Anne, Diana, Priscilla, and Jane, and the story of Hester Gray illustrates a romantic love story.
- [XV: The Beginning of Vacation](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/chapters/xv-the-beginning-of-vacation): Anne and Mrs. Allan discuss the beauty and ideals of true friendship, contrasting it with superficial intimacy.
- [An Adventure on the Tory Road](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/chapters/xviii-an-adventure-on-the-tory-road): Diana faithfully helps Anne through the duck house predicament and the storm, demonstrating deep friendship.
- [Sweet Miss Lavendar](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/chapters/xxi-sweet-miss-lavendar): The budding friendship between Anne, Diana, and Miss Lavendar is central; also, Miss Lavendar's past romance with Stephen Irving is hinted.
- [Miss Lavendar's Romance](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/chapters/xxiii-miss-lavendar-s-romance): Miss Lavendar recounts her lost love with Stephen Irving, while her friendship with Anne brings warmth and companionship.
- [Around the Bend](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/chapters/xxvi-around-the-bend): Anne and Diana's conversation explores romantic ideals, friendship, and the changing nature of relationships as they grow older.
- [An Afternoon at the Stone House](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/chapters/xxvii-an-afternoon-at-the-stone-house): Anne's compassionate visit and Paul's innocent affection bring warmth to Miss Lavendar's lonely life, underscoring the healing nature of friendship.
- [The Prince Comes Back to the Enchanted Palace](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/chapters/xxviii-the-prince-comes-back-to-the-enchanted-palace): The central romance between Miss Lavendar and Stephen Irving is rekindled, with Anne's friendship supporting the reunion.
- [Poetry and Prose](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/chapters/xxix-poetry-and-prose): The chapter explores romantic love through Miss Lavendar and Stephen Irving's reunion and Diana's engagement, as well as the deep friendship between Anne and Diana.
- [A Wedding at the Stone House](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/chapters/xxx-a-wedding-at-the-stone-house): Anne and Gilbert's deepening bond is highlighted, and Miss Lavendar and Stephen Irving reunite after years of separation.

## Links

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