L.M. Montgomery, renowned for her classic novel "Anne of Green Gables," was born in 1874 in Prince Edward Island, Canada. Her early life was marked by the influence of her imaginative nature and the pastoral landscapes of her home, which served as inspiration for her literary works. Montgomery's storytelling often reflects her own experiences of solitude and longing for belonging, themes that resonate strongly in her characters, particularly Anne Shirley, the spirited orphan girl who finds a place to call home.