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Anne Shirley

This character is an imaginative, romantic, sensitive orphan who arrives to live with the Cuthberts at Green Gables.

Marilla Cuthbert

This character is a rigid, undemonstrative, moral old maid who takes Anne into her home and learns to love her.

Matthew Cuthbert

This character is the shy, reticent brother of Marilla Cuthbert who takes an immediate liking to Anne.

Diana Barry

This character is Anne's bosom buddy and kindred spirit who takes part in Anne's escapades.

Gilbert Blythe

This character calls Anne "Carrots" because of her red hair. The name angers Anne and a rivalry starts between them which lasts well into adulthood.

Mrs. Allan

In this character, the minister's young wife, Anne has found yet another kindred spirit who interests her in Christianity.

Mrs. Rachel Lynde

This character is a small town busybody and self-appointed guardian of personal decorum who takes note of all of...

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