True, and Other Stories

By George Parsons Lathrop

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Amidst tragedy in old England, true love is tested when a young man is forced to stay behind, separating him from his beloved as she sails to the mysterious, untamed land of a new colony.

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Literature Fiction

Released

2011-04-24

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Summary

"True, and Other Stories" by George Parsons Lathrop is a compilation of short narratives from the end of the 1800s, starting with the historical account of Guy Wharton and Gertrude Wylde in the late 1500s, using their experiences to examine themes of love, loss, and the relentless march of time. From the beginning, young Guy is deeply in love with Gertrude in 1587 England, and their plans to start their romantic life together in the Virginia colony are crushed when Guy's father passes away, barring him from leaving with her. The narrative shows the tender affection between the two while also hinting at their heartbreaking separation and Guy's battles after suffering a heavy loss, while also hinting at the hidden fate of the lost colony.