Matthew Cuthbert

Anne Shirley

Matthew is Anne's gentle, adoring father figure who immediately cherishes her and supports her dreams.

Marilla Cuthbert

Marilla and Matthew are brother and sister who run Green Gables together, with Marilla as the practical head and Matthew as the quiet, kind counterpart.

Diana Barry

Diana is fond of shy, kind Matthew, who treats her warmly as Anne's best friend.

Marilla Cuthbert

Marilla and Matthew are brother and sister who run Green Gables together, with Marilla as the practical head and Matthew as the quiet, kind counterpart.

Anne Shirley

Matthew is Anne's gentle, adoring father figure who immediately cherishes her and supports her dreams.

Anne Shirley

Matthew is Anne's gentle, adoring father figure who immediately cherishes her and supports her dreams.

Marilla Cuthbert

Marilla and Matthew are brother and sister who run Green Gables together, with Marilla as the practical head and Matthew as the quiet, kind counterpart.

Diana Barry

Diana is fond of shy, kind Matthew, who treats her warmly as Anne's best friend.

Diana Barry

Diana is fond of shy, kind Matthew, who treats her warmly as Anne's best friend.

Mrs. Rachel Lynde Is Surprised

Mentioned as a shy, silent man who rarely leaves home. His unusual departure in his best suit and buggy sparks Mrs. Rachel's curiosity.

Matthew Cuthbert Is Surprised

Shy and awkward, Matthew dreads interacting with women and is flustered by the mistake at the station. He feels a protective sympathy for Anne and decides to let Marilla handle the situation.

III: Marilla Cuthbert Is Surprised

Brings Anne home despite the mistake; quietly advocates for keeping her, finding her interesting; smokes to relieve his perturbation.

Morning at Green Gables

Silently supports keeping Anne, as shown by his hiring Jerry Buote for the summer, and shares a kindred spirit with Anne.

Anne’s History

Mentioned as being set on keeping Anne, influencing Marilla's thoughts.

Marilla Makes Up Her Mind

Quietly supports keeping Anne; his relief is evident when Marilla brings her back.

Anne Says Her Prayers

Present in the kitchen at the end, silently observing Marilla's exasperation with Anne's spiritual ignorance.

Anne’s Bringing-Up Is Begun

Mentioned as having decided with Marilla to keep Anne, though he does not appear directly in this chapter.

Mrs. Rachel Lynde Is Properly Horrified

Listens to Anne's discoveries with silent enjoyment, though he is not directly involved in the confrontation.

Anne's Apology

Matthew secretly visits Anne in her room and gently persuades her to apologize, showing his quiet support and affection.

XII: A Solemn Vow and Promise

Quietly brings Anne chocolate from Carmody, adding to her happiness.

XIII: The Delights of Anticipation

Listens sympathetically to Anne's chatter about the picnic; Marilla thinks he is infatuated with Anne.

XIV: Anne's Confession

Sympathizes with Anne but is torn between his sense of justice and his affection for her, offering weak defenses on her behalf.

Diana Is Invited to Tea with Tragic Results

Matthew is mentioned as being late for tea due to hauling potatoes, and he is kind to Anne when she forgets tasks.

Anne to the Rescue

Keeps house with Anne; dozes over the Farmers' Advocate; goes to Spencervale for the doctor.

XIX: A Concert, a Catastrophe, and a Confession

Firmly advocates for Anne to attend the concert, showing his understanding of her.

Anne Is Invited Out to Tea

Matthew's prediction of rain causes Anne great worry, though the day turns out fine.

Anne Comes to Grief in an Affair of Honour

Summoned from the harvest field to fetch the doctor for Anne.

Miss Stacy and Her Pupils Get Up a Concert

A sympathetic and appreciative listener to Anne's excited talk about the concert. He supports her and is glad he is not responsible for her upbringing.

Matthew Insists on Puffed Sleeves

Notices Anne's plain clothing compared to other girls and secretly arranges for a new dress with puffed sleeves as a Christmas gift.

The Story Club Is Formed

Anne reads her story to Matthew, who says it is 'fine.'

Vanity and Vexation of Spirit

Patiently waits for tea and defends Anne, suggesting there may be an explanation.

An Unfortunate Lily Maid

Quietly encourages Anne to keep a little romance in her life despite her resolve to be more sensible.

An Epoch in Anne's Life

Matthew is present at the fireside as Anne recounts her adventures.

Where the Brook and River Meet

Matthew comforts Marilla about Anne's upcoming absence, still seeing her as the little girl from Bright River.

The Pass List Is Out

Proudly declares Anne would 'beat them all easy' and is delighted by her success.

The Hotel Concert

Proud of Anne's honor; mentioned as hoping for an encore.

A Queen's Girl

Matthew drives Anne to town, reflects proudly on Anne's growth, and believes her arrival was providential.

The Glory and the Dream

Shows signs of heart trouble and aging; expresses pride in Anne's achievement.

XXXVII: The Reaper Whose Name Is Death

Dies suddenly from a heart attack after news of the Abbey Bank failure.

The Bend in the Road

Mentioned as Anne visits his grave to place fresh flowers.