The Value of Education and Ambition

Anne's pursuit of knowledge and her ambitions, and how they shape her future.

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Thirst for Learning

A Hungry Mind Love of Books Anne loves reading and poetry. She memorizes long poems and dreams of learning more. School as Opportunity Anne sees school as a chance to improve herself. She is determined to catch up with her peers. Miss Stacy's Influence Miss Stacy inspires Anne to aim for higher education. Anne sets her sights on Queen's.

The Queen's Class

Striving for Excellence Hard Work Anne studies diligently, especially geometry, which she finds difficult. She competes with Gilbert. Ambition for the Avery Anne dreams of winning the Avery scholarship. She works tirelessly to achieve it. Support from Home Matthew and Marilla support her education, though Marilla worries about vanity.

Redefining Ambition

A New Purpose Giving Up College Anne chooses to stay home and teach instead of going to Redmond. She redefines her ambition. Teaching as a Vocation Anne decides to be a good teacher, like Miss Stacy. She will study at home and continue learning. Contentment Anne finds fulfillment in her new path. She believes the best is yet to come, even if the road has a bend.

From the start

Third year

After Matthew's death