Ambition and Career

Where it surfaces

• Anne of the Island

  Anne pursues higher education and a teaching career, reflecting her aspirations.

• II: Garlands of Autumn

  Anne's determination to attend Redmond College is challenged by neighbors' doubts, yet she persists, showing her ambition.

• Letters from Home

  Anne excels in her studies, while Gilbert's strategic leadership in the class rush and election as class president reflect academic and social ambition.

• An Unwelcome Lover and a Welcome Friend

  Anne's determination to win the Thorburn Scholarship to avoid burdening Marilla reflects her academic and financial ambition.

• XII: “Averil’s Atonement”

  Anne pursues her dream of becoming a published author, facing rejection and learning from criticism.

• XV: A Dream Turned Upside Down

  Anne's literary ambitions clash with the commercial reality of earning money through writing.

• XVI: Adjusted Relationships

  Anne's prize story brings both pride and criticism, reflecting her literary ambitions and the societal scrutiny she faces.

• Miss Josephine Remembers the Anne-Girl

  Anne worries about her ability to return to Redmond College due to financial constraints, but Miss Barry's legacy offers a path forward.

• Enter Jonas

  Jonas's calling to the ministry and Phil's contemplation of what it means to be a minister's wife highlight themes of vocation and life purpose.

• XXVI: Enter Christine

  Phil contemplates whether to pine away or pursue her B.A. and be sensible and useful.

• The Last Redmond Year Opens

  Anne's rediscovery of her old sketch and her decision to pursue writing reflects her creative ambitions.

• The Gardners’ Call

  Anne's acceptance of her sketch and payment mark a milestone in her literary ambitions.

• Full-Fledged B.A.'s

  Anne and her friends achieve academic success, reflecting on the value of their college education and the wisdom gained.

• Love Takes Up the Glass of Time

  Anne reflects on her teaching and writing ambitions as a potential substitute for love, and Gilbert's medical studies are a key part of their future plans.