Anne of the Island, Chapter 28 summary
Chapter 28 of 41 · 6 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 28, Anne comforts Davy about his schoolwork, hears talk of a funeral and Diana’s approaching wedding, and feels the strain of changes in her friendships. Although Roy’s letters strengthen her romantic feelings, she misses Gilbert’s companionship and grieves over the daily closeness she expects to lose when Diana marries.
What happens
- Anne joins Marilla, Mrs. Rachel, Dora, and Davy outside and promises to help Davy with his arithmetic problems.
- Talk of Atossa’s funeral leads Anne to dread dying without anyone mourning her.
- Discussion turns to Diana’s wedding, and Anne contrasts Fred’s steady goodness with her own romantic ideal.
- The narrator describes Marilla’s disappointment over Anne’s refusal of Gilbert and Mrs. Rachel’s concern about Anne’s college suitor.
- Beside the Dryad’s Bubble, Anne misses Gilbert and recalls her disappointment when his envelope contains only a society report.
- With Diana’s wedding five days away, Anne cries over the approaching loss of their constant companionship.
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What to notice
Anne’s thought gathers her fears about Diana’s marriage into a wider resistance to growing up. The wedding brings sadness alongside her enjoyment of its preparations.
Quick check
What does Anne find inside the envelope addressed in Gilbert’s handwriting?
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