02342cam a22003013u 4500 40418 UtSlPG 20260610133926.0 m cr n 260607r2012||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Wood, Henry, Mrs., 1814-1887 It May Be True, Vol. 1 (of 3) Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2012 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2012-08-06 Produced by David Edwards, Sue Fleming and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "It May Be True, Vol. 1" by Mrs. Henry Wood is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The story unfolds in an idyllic English village called Ashleigh, where the picturesque scenery forms the backdrop for the life of the protagonist, Amy Neville, a young girl who faces the trials of leaving her home to become a governess. The narrative delves into themes of family love, sacrifice, and the emotional turmoil that Amy experiences regarding her mother's sadness and her own sense of duty. The opening of the novel introduces the serene setting of Ashleigh, detailing its enchanting natural beauty. The focus quickly shifts to Amy Neville, who is depicted as both lovely and melancholic, caught in a moment of reflection as she gathers wildflowers. The poignant conversation between Amy and her mother reveals the depth of their bond and hints at Mrs. Neville's grief following the death of her husband. As the story progresses, Amy is faced with her mother's reluctance to let her go, reflecting the weight of her decision to leave for a governess position, while simultaneously revealing the hardships they both endure following their loss. These early chapters set the stage for a tale of emotional struggle, societal expectations, and the search for identity amid sorrow. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/40418 81257 81257