The point of view (POV) of this quote from "Anne of Green Gables" is that Anne realizes and shares with Marilla that Miss Barry, despite her initial appearance, is indeed a kindred spirit. Anne acknowledges that one wouldn't expect Miss Barry to be a kindred spirit based on her outward demeanor. However, Anne's perspective changes as she discovers that kindred spirits are more plentiful in the world than she previously believed, which she finds splendid.