ANNE OF THE ISLAND (CHAP 4) APRIL'S LADY LUCY M. MONTGOMERY
1001 Stories From The Gilded Age
Release Date: 08/20/2025
ANNE OF THE ISLAND (CHAP 27) MUTUAL CONFIDENCES AND (CHAP 28) A JUNE EVENING
1001 Stories From The Gilded Age
In this installment of Anne of the Island by L. M. Montgomery, covering "Mutual Confidences" and "A June Evening," the girls at Patty's Place share deeply held secrets just as the shadow of April examinations falls. Phil announces she is the happiest girl in the world after accepting Jonas Blake. Anne, however, struggles with her own bewildering heart, questioning if life with Royal Gardner, the hero of her dreams, might be somewhat uninteresting. As Diana’s wedding approaches, Anne, sitting under the spice and bloom of a June evening, realizes that it is a most dreadful...
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ANNE OF THE ISLAND (CHAP 25) ENTER PRINCE CHARMING & (CHAP 26) ENTER CHRISTINE
1001 Stories From The Gilded Age
In this installment of Anne of the Island by L. M. Montgomery, covering "Enter Prince Charming" and "Enter Christine," Anne Shirley begins her third year at Redmond grappling with a restless realization that the old camaraderie was gone entirely with Gilbert Blythe. However, her dream of meeting her real Prince Charming seems to materialize when she encounters a handsome, distinguished stranger. This new romantic hope is immediately shadowed by news that Gilbert is now going about constantly with a rival who boasts the very traits Anne admired: "starry violet eyes" and a "rose-leaf...
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ANNE OF THE ISLAND (CHAP 23) PAUL CANNOT FIND THE ROCK PEOPLE & (CHAP 24) ENTER JONAS
1001 Stories From The Gilded Age
In this installment of Anne of the Island by L. M. Montgomery, covering "Paul Cannot Find the Rock People" and "Enter Jonas," Anne Shirley attempts to enjoy her summer vacation in Avonlea, yet is haunted by a queer, lonely ache in her heart. As she shares delightful rambles with the kindred spirits at Echo Lodge, Anne witnesses her friend Paul discover the painful truth that he must pay the penalty of growing-up when his beloved “Rock People” vanish from the shore. Adding complexity to the summer, a letter from Phil introduces Jonas Blake, a new young man who stirs up confusion...
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ANNE OF THE ISLAND (CHAP 21) ROSES OF YESTERDAY & (CHAP 22) SPRING AND ANNE RETURN TO GREEN GABLES
1001 Stories From The Gilded Age
In this episode of Anne of the Island by L. M. Montgomery, covering "Roses of Yesterday" and "Spring and Anne Return to Green Gables," Anne’s journey takes her to the little shabby yellow house where she was born, leading to a profound discovery that fills her heart and makes her feel not an orphan any longer. Finally, Anne returns to Green Gables, where Marilla reflects that the advent of Anne was the only life she ever lived. Tune in for a heartwarming return home that affirms the tender, intimate, sacred bonds of family and friendship. Follow us on Social Media! Instagram: ...
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ANNE OF THE ISLAND (CHAP 19) AN INTERLUDE & (CHAP 20) GILBERT SPEAKS
1001 Stories From The Gilded Age
In this pivotal episode of Anne of the Island by L. M. Montgomery, covering "An Interlude" and "Gilbert Speaks," Anne Shirley marks her twentieth birthday and reflects upon her character, which she notes is "full of flaws." Back at Patty's Place, Anne wanders into the orchard where her world is about to change forever. A long-anticipated conversation takes place, forcing Anne to consider what life will be like when the bond of treasured friendship is sacrificed for love. Follow us on Social Media for extra content! Instagram: Facebook: Reddit: LinkedIn: Credits Narration...
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ANNE OF THE ISLAND (CHAP 17) A LETTER FROM DAVY & (CHAP 18) MISS JOSEPHINE REMEMBERS THE ANNE-GIRL
1001 Stories From The Gilded Age
In this installment of Anne of the Island by L. M. Montgomery, Anne Shirley returns home for a winter break that is anything but restful, covering the chapters "A Letter from Davy" and "Miss Josephine Remembers the Anne-girl." Amidst severe weather and growing loneliness, Anne must confront serious trepidation concerning her future at Redmond. Find relief from the tension as Anne reads a wonderfully inquisitive and humorous letter from young Davy Keith, and watch as an unmistakable expression in Gilbert Blythe’s eyes makes Anne wish for the simple life of Patty’s Place. ...
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ANNE OF THE ISLAND (CHAP 16) ADJUSTED RELATIONSHIPS
1001 Stories From The Gilded Age
Welcome back to the world of Anne and her college friends! In this episode, "Adjusted Relationships," the girls have finally settled into the beloved Patty’s Place, finding it the "homiest spot" they had ever seen. Three weeks after their return to Redmond, the initial excitement of setting up house and adjusting differing opinions has proven the experiment a success. Anne, now an "experienced Soph" and relieved to be away from Avonlea's mixed reactions to her published prize story, is surrounded by her cohort—Priscilla, Stella, and Phil—all determined to enjoy their newfound...
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ANNE OF THE ISLAND (CHAP 15) A DREAM TURNED UPSIDE DOWN
1001 Stories From The Gilded Age
We return today to a story beloved by our listeners, Anne of the Island, written by the accomplished Canadian author, Lucy Maude Montgomery. Anne Shirley has spent a restorative summer vacation, enjoying the suns and skies, deepening old friendships, and realizing that many life lessons are learned outside of college. However, just as she prepares to return to Redmond College, Anne’s cherished ideals are put to the test in Chapter 15, “A Dream Turned Upside Down,” when she receives a shocking letter regarding her creative work. The conflict arises when her devoted friend, Diana...
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THE BEST SAUCE BY P.G. WODEHOUSE
1001 Stories From The Gilded Age
FALL FAMILY HUMOR AT 1001: Honoring Paid Companions P. G. Wodehouse's short story, "THE BEST SAUCE," focuses on the difficult circumstances of Eve Hendrie, a paid companion who is both disturbed and perpetually hungry due to her employer, Mrs. Rastall-Retford, enforcing a Spartan diet on the household. The narrative details the unexpected arrival of Peter Rayner, a persistent suitor whom Eve claims to dislike, who followed her to the oppressive household after her previous employment ended. The climax occurs during a nervous game of bridge, when Eve, fearing a scolding, secretly...
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BLUE REEFERS by ELIZABETH ASHE
1001 Stories From The Gilded Age
I found this gem in a collection called Atlantic Narratives. It was written circa 1915 and tells the story from a little girls point of view as she gets a part in a Christmas Pageant and does her best to make her mom and dad proud. Of coursem the critical Aunt Emma, always overly proud of her 7 year old daughter who is also taking part, can't resist making a snide remark when our narrator forgets to remove her overcoat for her speaking part. Some famil humory mixed with a hoped-for comeuppance. Anne returns next Sunday as we move into the ho0lidays with lots of family-themed shows for...
info_outlineThis week on "1001 Stories From The Gilded Age," we delve into Chapter Four: "April's Lady" of Anne of the Island, as Anne Shirley truly begins to navigate her new life. Having landed in Kingsport, a quaint old town wrapped in its ancient colonial atmosphere and haloed by the romance of many legends, Anne initially feels as insignificant as the teeniest drop in a most enormous bucket amidst the throngs of Redmond freshies and freshettes. Seeking solace from the bustling new environment, Anne finds an unexpected haven in Old St. John’s Cemetery, a quaint and delightful historical spot at the heart of Kingsport. Here, we meet the vibrant Philippa Gordon, a bewitching new friend whose charming indecision, candid confessions about vanity, boys, and the absurdities of life, both amuse and disarm Anne and Priscilla.
Join us as Anne, Priscilla, and Phil begin to forge new friendships and put forth "a tiny soul-root into Kingsport soil".