02289cam a22003253u 4500 63551 UtSlPG 20260610134449.0 m cr n 260607r2020||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Lucas, E. V. (Edward Verrall), 1868-1938 Verena in the Midst: A Kind of a Story Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2020 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2020-10-25 The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) "Verena in the Midst: A Kind of a Story" by E. V. Lucas is an epistolary novel written in the early 20th century. This work revolves around the life of Miss Verena Raby, who, after sustaining a spinal injury, finds herself incapacitated and relying on the love and support of her friends and family as they send her letters. The story explores themes of friendship, connectivity, and the kindheartedness of community during difficult times. At the start of the novel, we learn of Verena’s accident and its impact on her life and those around her. Various characters, including her closest friend Richard Haven and her niece Nesta Rossiter, communicate through a series of letters, sharing news, thoughts, and ideas to keep Verena's spirits up while she is bedridden. The letters are filled with a mix of concern, humor, and reflections on life after the war, hinting at the dynamics of family relationships and societal changes in the post-war period. The opening portion sets a tone of warmth and camaraderie while establishing the intricate network of relationships that will be explored throughout the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Epistolary fiction England -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction Invalids -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/63551 104375 104375