Jane of Lantern Hill

Written in 1937, Jane of Lantern Hill was published very late in L. M. Montgomery's career. This in some ways sets Jane apart from Anne, Emily and Pat. Indeed, Jane Stuart is one of the most realistic girl Montgomery portrayed. Though, in real life, you may never run across an "Anne" or an "Emily" or a "Pat;" however, you will certainly run across someone like Jane. Jane is a much more attainable heroine. Her achievements and desires are fully graspable to any reader (well, aside from the lion incident). She likes to do household tasks well and she wants her parents to get back together. In fact, Jane is more reasonable and realistic than either of her parents (Robin and Andrew), who are frankly ridiculous at times. They are a stark contrast to their level-headed daughter, who remarkably with two dunces for parents, learned how to think for herself.

Set in both Toronto, Ontario and P.E.I., this book also reflects Montgomery's continued love and idealization of her Island home, even late in her life, after years away from it. Jane of Lantern Hill holds all of Montgomery's appealing humor and characterizations, and a wonderful heroine.

External Links:
Who's Who in Jane of Lantern Hill
Lantern Hill - page on the TV movie

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