Emily Harrison

Emily Harrison is Mr. Harrison's wife, who arrives unexpectedly in Avonlea despite everyone's assumption that he is a bachelor. The Harrisons are opposites: Mr. Harrison is sloppy and prone to following his whims no matter how inappropriate. Mrs. Harrison is a neat freak determined to change Mr. Harrison's bad habits. Mrs. Harrison left her husband at their home in New Brunswick after a pride-infused quarrel over Ginger, the swearing parrot. Upon hearing that Mr. Harrison may be planning to marry again, Emily has come to claim him. Given some distance and perspective, both the Harrisons are more willing to compromise to make their relationship work. Mrs. Harrison reinforces many of the stereotypes of a woman's role in late nineteenth century society, throwing herself into homemaking with great enthusiasm.