Lucy Maud Montgomery and Anne of Green Gables

Canadian literature: Maud Lucy Maud Montgomery, Canadian author Passed Away April 24, 2016 Anne of Green Gables is a staple in Canadian literature and it all thanks to Lucy Maud Montgomery, according to Huffington Post Canada. The beloved children book was Montgomery first novel, published in 1908, and was an immediate success. From author Lucy Maud Montgomery to politician Elijah Harper, we've rounded up the best names from celebrated Canadians, both past and present. 1. It has since been studied in schools across Canada and has also been adapted into a number of plays, movies and TV shows. Maud is chic and sophisticated, especially when spelled with an 'e' at the end . 2. Why we love this name: Maud might sound old fashioned, but that all part of its appeal. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.