Winter is normally thought of as a perfect time to retreat into your home and catch up on reading. However, spring can be a great time as well. There’s the popular saying “April showers bring May flowers,” and it’s true; every April, there seems to be rain. There’s not much someone can do on the rainy days. There’s also some clear days where people want to go outside, but they don’t know what to do. Why not read? Sit outside, soak up vitamin D, or hole up in your home by the window, using the rain as the perfect backdrop noise for some peaceful reading time.
There’s a plethora of good books to read for the spring. The first that comes to mind though is the timeless classic, “Anne of Green Gables” by Lucy Maud Montgomery. Set against the backdrop of the picturesque Prince Edward Island, this novel follows the adventures of Anne Shirley, a spirited and imaginative orphan who finds herself in the care of the Cuthbert siblings, Matthew and Marilla. As Anne goes about the idyllic landscapes of Avonlea and embarks on whimsical escapades with her kindred spirits, readers are reminded of the joy and wonder that accompany the arrival of warmer weather and longer days. Her adventures capture the essence of springtime magic and the boundless possibilities that come with the season.
Immersing yourself within the pages of “Anne of Green Gables” is a perfect way to spend the early days of spring where you’re unsure of what to do with yourself after the winter slump. Montgomery’s novel lets readers see a heartwarming story of love and friendship, and a little bit of coming of age, and it couldn’t be a better pick for this season.