This Oxford Children's Classic features the complete unabridged text, an introduction by Emma Norry, and other bonus material including insights for readers, facts, activities, and more.Anne Shirley's arrival on Prince Edward Island is a surprise to Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert. They'd requested a boy from the orphanage to help out on the farm and have no idea what to do with the chatty and imaginative girl in front of them. She simply cannot stay .KEY THEMES AND TOPICSHome and belongingImaginationSocial expectationsThese stunning Oxford Children's Classics are the perfect addition to any young reader's bookshelf. Each classic features a personal introduction from a contemporary author, with insights on how their work was inspired by the story.