Twice upon a Time: Selected Stories, 1898-1939

L.M. Montgomery is best known for her book-length works of fiction, but she also wrote over five hundred short stories and serials. Benjamin Lefebvre's collection, Twice upon a Time, includes over two dozen stories from across Montgomery's career, offering a rare glimpse into her creative process in adapting her periodical work for her books.

Format: Hardback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 16 June 2022
Publisher: University of Toronto Press

L.M. Montgomery (1874-1942) is a renowned author best known for her twenty-two book-length works of fiction,spanning from "Anne of Green Gables" (1908) to "Anne of Ingleside" (1939). However, her literary legacy extends far beyond these celebrated novels. From 1895 to 1940, Montgomery contributed an impressive five hundred short stories and serials to various North American and British periodicals. While most of these stories catered to the evolving mainstream periodical fiction market, they also contain early prototypes of characters, storylines, conversations, and settings that would later find their way into her novels and collections of linked short stories.

In his book titled "Twice upon a Time," Benjamin Lefebvre has assembled and analyzed over two dozen captivating stories from across Montgomery's illustrious career as a short fiction writer. Many of these stories are being published in book form for the first time, offering readers a rare glimpse into Montgomery's creative process in adapting her periodical work for her books. The volume showcases Montgomery's exceptional talent for storytelling and her ability to captivate readers worldwide, even after centuries.

Through her short stories and serials, Montgomery explored a wide range of themes and genres, including romance, adventure, and coming-of-age. She delved into the lives of characters, both fictional and real, and portrayed their struggles, triumphs, and relationships with depth and empathy. Her writing was characterized by her vivid imagination, descriptive prose, and ability to create compelling narratives that resonated with readers of all ages.

Montgomery's contributions to the world of literature are immense, and her legacy continues to inspire and captivate readers to this day. Her books have been translated into numerous languages and have sold millions of copies worldwide. Her characters, such as Anne Shirley, Emily Brontë, and Lucy Maud Montgomery, have become beloved figures in popular culture, and their stories have been adapted into films, television series, and stage productions.

In conclusion, L.M. Montgomery's remarkable career as a short fiction writer is a testament to her talent, creativity, and enduring influence on the literary world. Through her short stories and serials, she not only entertained but also enriched the lives of her readers, leaving a lasting legacy that continues to resonate with generations of readers.

Weight: 480g
Dimension: 222 x 145 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781487544157