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From "Emily of New Moon" by Montgomery, L. M. (Lucy Maud)
Douglas Starr
Emily's loving and supportive father.
Core Belief
"Douglas believes in the importance of love, beauty, and artistic expression. He encourages Emily to embrace her gifts and find joy in life, even in the face of hardship."
Worldview
Douglas sees the world as a place of both beauty and sorrow. He finds solace in nature and art, and believes that love can transcend even death.
Personality
Douglas is a kind, gentle, and intelligent man. He is a failed writer but encourages Emily's artistic pursuits. He is deeply devoted to his daughter and grieves the loss of his wife.
In Their Own Words
"“Then we’ll have our talk, honey. I can’t sleep either. I want to tell you something.”"
"“Dear little child--little beloved Emilykin, it is quite true.”"
"“You will live because there is something for you to do, I think. You have my gift--along with something I never had. You will succeed where I failed, Emily.”"
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