1874 - 1942
L.M. Montgomery was a Canadian author best known for her beloved novel "Anne of Green Gables," published in 1908. Born on November 30, 1874, on Prince Edward Island, she wrote numerous novels, short stories, and poems, capturing the imagination of readers with her vivid depictions of rural life and strong female characters. Montgomery's works have had a lasting impact on children's literature and continue to be celebrated worldwide.