Part 3

A Tale of the Rye-House Plot. By C. J. STANILAND. With 6 full-page Pictures by C. O. MURRAY and C. J. STANILAND, R.I. Crown 8vo, cloth elegant, 3_s._ 6_d._

A romantic tale of the later days of the reign of Charles II. The main theme of the story is the conspiracy for the assassination of the king and the Duke of York, which was to be effected on the return of the brothers from Newmarket to London. The hero of the story, Lawrence Lee, a young farmer, accidentally learns the truth, and thereupon starts on horseback for Newmarket to warn the king. After a series of adventures, the young man succeeds in his loyal enterprise, and duly receives his reward for his conspicuous share in the frustration of the "Rye-House Plot."

"The writer has made a careful study of the times, and tells her tale with some vivacity."--_Spectator._

"Here the Rye-House Plot serves as the ground work for a romantic love episode, whose true characters are life like beings, not dry sticks as in many historical tales."--_Graphic._

"The character of the heroine, Ruth, is singularly pretty and attractive: we thank the author for so charming a creation."--_Bristol Mercury._

THE PEDLAR AND HIS DOG.

By MARY C. ROWSELL. With 2 Illustrations by GEORGE CRUIKSHANK, in black and tint. Crown 8vo, cloth extra, 1_s._ 6_d._

A story of English life in the time of Good Queen Bess. Accompanying John Pennycuick and his dog Shock in their wanderings, we get a pleasant view of rural England, quiet and peaceful then, as it is now, and of London with its quaint old streets and houses. Juvenile readers who admire the historical and legendary, when introduced into a narrative that is light and sparkling, are sure to appreciate this book.

BY ELIZABETH J. LYSAGHT.

BROTHER AND SISTER:

Or the Trials of the Moore Family. By ELIZABETH J. LYSAGHT. With 6 full-page Illustrations. Cr. 8vo, cloth extra, 3_s._ 6_d._

An interesting story for young people, showing by the narrative of the vicissitudes and struggles of a family which has "come down in the world," and of the brave endeavours of its two younger members, how the pressure of adversity is mitigated by domestic affection, mutual confidence, and hopeful honest effort.

"A pretty story, and well told. The plot is cleverly constructed, and the moral is excellent."--_Athenaeum._

"A charming story, admirably adapted for young people."--_Society._

BY MRS. EMMA RAYMOND PITMAN.

"Mrs. Pitman's works are all to be prized for their ennobling character--pure, elevating, interesting, and intellectual."--_Christian Union._

GARNERED SHEAVES.

A Tale for Boys. By Mrs. E. R. PITMAN. With 4 full-page Illustrations in black and tint. Crown 8vo, cloth extra, 3_s._ 6_d._

This is a tale showing by incidents from life the wide difference between the honourable, upright youth, and one who is clever and cunning, but dishonest.

"This book is of unusual merit. It breathes out good thoughts in earnest and true tones that speak to the heart, with that force which a story does when well told. It would grace any child's library."--_Schoolmistress._

LIFE'S DAILY MINISTRY.

A Story of Everyday Service for Others. By Mrs. E. R. PITMAN. With 4 full-page Illustrations in black and tint. Crown 8vo, cloth extra, 3_s._ 6_d._

A story of self-sacrifice and of some touching experiences of life, showing that true honour and happiness are to be found in serving others.

"Full of stirring interest, genuine pictures of real life, and pervaded by a broad and active sympathy for the true, beautiful, and good."--_Christian Commonwealth._

FLORENCE GODFREY'S FAITH.

A Story of Australian Life. By Mrs. E. R. PITMAN. With 4 full-page Illustrations in black and tint. Crown 8vo, cloth extra, 3_s._ 6_d._

"This is a clever, and what is better still, a good book, written with a freshness and power which win the reader's sympathies, and carry the story along unflaggingly to the close."--_Christian Globe._

MY GOVERNESS LIFE:

Or Earning my Living. By Mrs. E. R. PITMAN. With 4 full-page Illustrations in black and tint. Crown 8vo, cloth extra, 3_s._ 6_d._

"Told in the author's usual winsome style, which holds the reader spell-bound from first to last."--_Christian Union._

"A beautiful and instructive story.... Mrs. Pitman never fails to interest her readers."--_The Rock._

FAMOUS DISCOVERIES BY SEA AND LAND.

With 4 full-page Illustrations in black and tint. Crown 8vo, cloth elegant, 2_s._ 6_d._

Narratives, chiefly, of the stirring times when the great achievement of Columbus had shown that beyond the Atlantic there were new worlds and new oceans to discover and explore--stories of bold adventure and heroic effort which, while strictly historical, are invested with all the charm of romance.

STIRRING EVENTS IN HISTORY.

With 4 full-page Illustrations by JOHN SCHOeNBERG. Crown 8vo, cloth elegant, 2_s._ 6_d._

In history there are some events which stand out as eminently notable, either from their importance, their intrinsic interest, or the greatness of the men or women concerned in them. In this work a number of these events have been gathered together and thrown into the form of short narratives. The incidents have been drawn from times and countries wide apart, the aim having been to give variety rather than a finished view of any definite period--to present the young reader with a series of historical pictures which, while instructive in themselves, may induce a taste for further reading in the same direction.

STORIES OF THE SEA IN FORMER DAYS:

Narratives of Wreck and Rescue. With 4 full-page Illustrations by FRANK FELLER. Crown 8vo, cloth extra, 2_s._ 6_d._

While no attempt is made in "Stories of the Sea" to paint the sailor's life in glowing colours, or invest it with a glamour of romance, the narratives selected are full of such thrilling incidents of peril, suffering, and shipwreck, as are always deeply interesting to the young reader.

"Next to an original sea-tale of sustained interest come well-sketched collections of maritime disaster and suffering which awaken the sympathies by the realism of fact. 'Stories of the Sea,' are a very good specimen of the kind, and some of the chapters which are pleasantly written are altogether fresh to us."--_The Times._

"Many boys will appreciate this book, as the adventures of impossible boy pirates are not equal in interest to much of the simple truth here told."--_Athenaeum._

ADVENTURES IN FIELD, FLOOD, & FOREST:

Stories of Danger and Daring. With 4 full-page Illustrations by FRANK FELLER. Crown 8vo, cloth extra, 2_s._ 6_d._

Incidents of daring, hardship, and danger have ever had, and doubtless always will have a powerful fascination for the youthful mind, and these narratives of real personal experience in "Field, Flood, and Forest," while in no sense fictitious, will be found quite as exciting and more truly interesting than the most cunningly devised fables.

"One of the series of books for young people which Messrs. Blackie excel in producing. The editor has beyond all question succeeded admirably. The present book cannot fail to be read with interest and advantage."--_Academy._

"All admirably told. It will be counted one of the best of the story-books that Christmas produces."--_Scotsman._

BY THOMAS ARCHER.

LITTLE TOTTIE,

And Two Other Stories. By THOMAS ARCHER. With 3 full-page Illustrations by J. J. PROCTOR. Crown 8vo, cloth extra, 2_s._

A thrilling-little drama of real life, of child life, of the life of a poor neighbourhood with sordid surroundings, and perhaps fuller of suggestion than many more pretentious tales. It stirs the emotions by representing actual scenes and possible people, with the peculiarities and habits that belong to them and make them easily recognized.

MISS GRANTLEY'S GIRLS,

And the Stories She Told Them. By THOMAS ARCHER. With 2 Illustrations by GORDON BROWNE. Cr. 8vo, cloth ex., 1_s._ 6_d._

The stories that Miss Grantley tells to her girls, during pleasant evenings after school, are such as are likely to prove attractive to the girls in other schools. They are small romances of real life with a good deal of genuine pathos and exciting incident in them, and are eminently suited for family reading or for tales to tell out of school as Miss Grantley told them.

BY ROSA MULHOLLAND.

HETTY GRAY;

Or Nobody's Bairn. By ROSA MULHOLLAND. With 4 full-page Illustrations in black and tint. Cr. 8vo, cloth extra, 2_s._ 6_d._

"Hetty Gray" is the story of a girl who, having been found as an infant by a villager, is brought up by his wife, and is a kind of general pet, till an accident causes a rich widow to adopt her. On the death of her adoptive mother Hetty, who is left unprovided for, is taken by the widow's relatives to be educated with a view to her gaining her livelihood as a governess, an event which is prevented by a rather remarkable discovery.

"A pleasantly told story for girls, with a happy ending."--_Athenaeum._

"A charming story for young folks. Hetty is a delightful creature--piquant, tender, and true--and her varying fortunes are perfectly realistic."--_World._

FOUR LITTLE MISCHIEFS.

By ROSA MULHOLLAND. With 3 full-page Pictures in colours. Crown 8vo, cloth extra, 2_s._

The history of Kitty, Jock, Bunko, and Ba, who, after successfully weathering the mumps in their London nursery, are sent to the country to recruit. The book is full of innocent fun, and abounds in attractive and instructive incident.

"Will be read with absorbing interest by the youngsters."--_Land and Water._

"A charming bright story about real children."--_Watchman._

BY KATE WOOD.

WINNIE'S SECRET:

A Story of Faith and Patience. By KATE WOOD. With 4 full-page Pictures in black and tint. Crown 8vo, cloth extra, 2_s._ 6_d._

Tells the story of two orphan girls, who, at an early age, are left in a miserable den of London to struggle for a living. The vicissitudes of the little sisters are narrated with touching sympathy, at times sad enough, but relieved by flashes of fun and gleams of genuine humour.

"A very pretty tale, with great variety of incident and subtle character study, written precisely in the style that is surest to win the hearts of young folks."--_Pictorial World._

"One of the best story books we have read. Girls will be charmed with the tale."--_Schoolmaster._

A WAIF OF THE SEA:

Or, the Lost Found. By KATE WOOD. With 4 full-page Illustrations in black and tint. Crown 8vo, cloth extra, 2_s._ 6_d._

"A Waif of the Sea" deals very pathetically with the sorrows and trials of children, and of mothers who are separated from their children. The narrative is full of human interest, and the lives and struggles of the people of a poor London neighbourhood are well portrayed.

"Little Birdie is a beautiful child-character, with whom no one can come in contact without feeling purer and fresher for life's work."--_Glasgow News._

"This is a very touching and pretty tale of town and country, full of pathos and interest, embodied in a narrative which never flags, and told in a style which deserves the highest praise for its lucid and natural ease."--_Edinburgh Courant._

BY ESME STUART.

MISS FENWICK'S FAILURES:

Or "Peggy Pepper-Pot." A Story. By ESME STUART, author of "Isabeau's Hero," &c. With 4 full-page Illustrations in black and tint. Crown 8vo, cloth extra, 2_s._ 6_d._

A pleasing narration of the failures of Peggy Fenwick, who, before her sixteenth birthday, had to assume the responsible position of head of her father's house. The story abounds in capitally told domestic adventures; and while it has an excellent moral purpose, it is brimful of fun and never flags in interest.

"Instead of drawing a heroine of romance Esme Stuart may be commended for producing a girl far more true to real life, who will put no nonsense into young heads."--_Graphic._

"There is not a dull page in it; while it is so graphically written and abounds in such touches of genuine humour and innocent fun that when we reach the end of the book we wish it were longer."--_Freeman._

BY EMMA LESLIE.

GYTHA'S MESSAGE:

A Tale of Saxon England. By EMMA LESLIE, author of "Glaucia the Greek Slave," &c. With 4 full-page Pictures by C. J. STANILAND, R.I. Crown 8vo, cloth extra, 2_s._ 6_d._

This is a story of the time of "Harold, the last of the Saxon Kings." The scene is laid mostly within the house of a Saxon Thane, where Gytha is a little slave girl. Though mainly a domestic tale, we yet get a glimpse of the stirring events taking place in the country at that period. We hear of the death of the "Confessor," the election of Harold, his fight with the Danes and defeat at Hastings; and the picture is presented to us of England subsiding into peace under the sway of the Conqueror. A good deal is learned of Saxon manners and customs, and both boys and girls will delight to read of the home life of Hilda and Gytha, and of the brave deeds of the impulsive Gurth and the faithful Leofric.

BY M. A. PAULL.

MY MISTRESS THE QUEEN.

By Miss M. A. PAULL, author of "I, Benjamin Holbeck," &c. With 4 full-page Illustrations by C. T. GARLAND, in black and tint. Crown 8vo, cloth extra, 2_s._ 6_d._

This is an historical tale. "My Mistress the Queen" is Mary, daughter of James II., into whose service the narrator, a girl of 16, enters just before the marriage of Mary to William III. The descriptions are graphic, and the views of historic personages and of manners at the courts of Charles II. and William III. accurate and life-like. The language is simple, and imitative of the quaint quiet style of that period.

BY MRS. AUSTIN.

MARIE'S HOME:

Or, A Glimpse of the Past. By Mrs. AUSTIN. With 3 full-page Illustrations. Crown 8vo, cloth extra, 2_s._

This story introduces the reader to the pleasant home of an English maiden, to whom, on her fifteenth birthday, is given the diary of her great-grandmother and namesake Marie Hamilton. This record of an early life, spent partly in the same old English home and partly amid stirring scenes of the French revolution, teaches the younger Marie just such lessons of unselfish love as are of value at her age.

BY DARLEY DALE.

THE FAMILY FAILING.

By DARLEY DALE, author of "Little Bricks," &c. With 4 full-page Illustrations. Crown 8vo, cloth elegant, 2_s._ 6_d._

This is a lively and amusing account of a family, the members of which while they lived in affluence were remarkable for their discontent, but who, after the loss of fortune has compelled them to seek a more humble home in Jersey, become less selfish, and develop very excellent traits of character under the pressure of comparative adversity. Their escapades and narrow escapes from serious dangers form an exciting part of the narrative, which contains many pleasant episodes of life in the Channel Islands.

"This is a cheery tale. The lesson is Content, and very nicely the story is told."--_Tablet._

"This is at once an amusing and an interesting story, and a capital lesson on the value of contentedness."--_Aberdeen Journal._

BY CHARLES PEARCE.

THE BALL OF FORTUNE;

Or Ned Somerset's Inheritance. By CHARLES PEARCE. With 4 full-page Illustrations. Crown 8vo, cloth extra, 2_s._ 6_d._

A story of plot and character dealing with some out of the many scenes of London life, and founded on the strange bequest left by a sea captain, and the endeavours of some unscrupulous persons to obtain possession of it before the discovery of the true heir in the person of a neglected street Arab. The story is lively and attractive, and the incidents move so quickly that the attention of the reader is sustained throughout.

"A capital story for boys. It is very simply and brightly written. There is plenty of incident, and the interest is sustained throughout."--_Journal of Education._

"It is a bright genial story, which boys will thoroughly enjoy.... We have seen few better stories for boys this season."--_Birmingham Daily Post._

"The most exciting of them all."--_The Times._

BY ALICE CORKRAN.

ADVENTURES OF MRS. WISHING-TO-BE.

By ALICE CORKRAN, author of "Latheby Towers," &c. With 3 full-page Pictures in colours. Crown 8vo, cloth extra, 2_s._

The strange adventures of a very young lady, showing how she met with the wonderful people of nursery legend and the manner of her introduction to them. A tale for the Little Ones.

"Simply a charming book for little girls."--_Saturday Review._

"Written just in the style and spirit to win the hearts of children."--_Daily News._

"Well worth buying for the frontispiece alone."--_Times._

BY GREGSON GOW.

NEW LIGHT THROUGH OLD WINDOWS.

A Series of Stories illustrating Fables of AEsop. By GREGSON GOW. With 3 Pictures in colours. Cloth extra, 2_s._

Stories designed to bring before the young mind, in a new and entertaining form, some of the shreds of wit and wisdom which have come down to us from ancient times in the guise of fables. Although amusement has been a chief end aimed at, most of the tales will be found to suggest some important truth, or teach some sound lesson in practical morality.

"Agreeable reading for the young."--_Athenaeum._

"The most delightfully-written little stories one can easily find in the literature of the season. Well constructed and brightly told."--_Glasgow Herald._

DOWN AND UP AGAIN:

Being some Account of the Felton Family, and the Odd People they Met. By GREGSON GOW. With 2 Illustrations in colours. Crown 8vo, cloth extra, 1_s._ 6_d._

A story of city life, in which, though the chief aim is to amuse through the recital of interesting events and the exhibition of original and humorous character, the reader may see something of the spirit in which misfortune should be met, find an illustration of the maxim that "Heaven helps those who help themselves," and receive an impulse towards kindliness of deed and charity of thought.

"Very neatly told, with some fairly dramatic incidents, and calculated altogether to please young boys."--_Scotsman._

"The story is simply but remarkably well told. Though intended for young people it might with advantage be perused by many older readers."--_Northern Chronicle._

TROUBLES AND TRIUMPHS OF LITTLE TIM.

A City Story. By _Gregson Gow_. With 2 Illustrations in colours. Crown 8vo, cloth extra. 1_s._ 6_d._

"Strong in character and full of incident, and the narrative all through is interesting and touching."--_Edinburgh Daily Review._

"An unmistakable undercurrent of sympathy with the struggles of the poor, and an ability to describe their feelings under various circumstances, eminently characteristic of Dickens, are marked features in Mr. Gow's story."--_North British Mail._

A LITTLE ADVENTURER.

By GREGSON GOW. With Coloured Frontispiece, square 16mo, cloth extra, 1_s._

MAGNA CHARTA STORIES:

Or Struggles for Freedom in the Olden Time. Each Story written by an Eminent Author, and the whole edited by ARTHUR GILMAN, A.M. With 12 full-page Illustrations. Crown 8vo, cloth extra, 2_s._

These stories of heroic deed in the cause of national liberty, from Marathon and Thermopylae to the times of King Alfred and the _Magna Charta_, are designed to stimulate a love of history, and add to the inspiration of freedom, which should be the heritage of every boy and girl.

"Light and graceful in its style, with moral inspiration streaming from each tale of the olden days, this is a book which will exercise an educational influence at every fireside to which it comes."--_Christian Leader._

"A book of special excellence, which ought to be in the hands of all boys. It is as readable as it is instructive, and as elevating as it is readable."--_Educational News._

THE WINGS OF COURAGE,

AND THE CLOUD-SPINNER. Translated from the French of GEORGE SAND, by Mrs. CORKRAN. With 2 coloured Illustrations. Crown 8vo; cloth extra, 2_s._

These stories are among the most attractive of the many tales which the great French novelist wrote for her grandchildren. They are full of fancy, of vivid description, and of a keen appreciation of the best way to arouse the interest of juvenile readers. The romantic manner in which they are told lends to them the kind of enchantment which thoughtful children deeply appreciate.

"Mrs. Corkran has earned our gratitude by translating into readable English these two charming little stories."--_Athenaeum._

"The finest of all these books beyond question is the 'Wings of Courage,' which ranks with the writings of Erckmann-Chatrian for finish, beauty, and naturalness. The whole story is delightful."--_Dundee Advertiser._

NAUGHTY MISS BUNNY:

Her Tricks and Troubles. A Story for Little Children. By CLARA MULHOLLAND. With 3 Illustrations in colours. Crown 8vo, cloth extra, 2_s._

This is a book which will amuse quite little folks, as a story of the wayward tricks of a spoiled child, and the scrapes into which they lead her. The story consists of small incidents such as please small listeners, who will be interested not only in Miss Bunny's naughtiness, but in her reformation.

"This naughty child is positively delightful. Papas should not omit 'Naughty Miss Bunny' from their list of juvenile presents."--_Land and Water._

BOX OF STORIES.

Packed for Young Folk by _Horace Happyman_. A Series of interesting Tales for the Young. With 2 Illustrations printed in colours. Crown 8vo, 192 pp., cloth extra, 1_s._ 6_d._

WARNER'S CHASE:

Or the Gentle Heart. By ANNIE S. SWAN. With 3 Illustrations printed in colours. Crown 8vo, cloth extra, 2_s._

"Warner's Chase" is a domestic story, in which we see the failure of an essentially self-seeking and self-assertive nature to secure happiness to itself, or bestow it upon others, and the triumph of gentleness, love, and unselfish service, in the person of a feeble girl, over the coldness and indifference of a heart contracted and hardened by a life-long pursuit of gain.

"Is a good book for boys and girls. There is nothing sentimental and no sickly goodyism in it, but a tone of quiet and true religion that keeps its own place."--_Perth Advertiser._

"In Milly Warren, the heroine, who softens the hard heart of her rich uncle, and thus unwittingly restores the family fortunes, we have a fine ideal of real womanly goodness."--_Schoolmaster._

INTO THE HAVEN.

By ANNIE S. SWAN. With 2 Illustrations printed in colours. Crown 8vo, 192 pp., cloth extra, 1_s._ 6_d._

"No story more attractive ... by reason of its breezy freshness and unforced pathos, as well as for the wholesome practical lessons it conveys."--_Christian Leader._

MADGE'S MISTAKE.

A Recollection of Girlhood. By ANNIE E. ARMSTRONG. With 2 coloured Illustrations. Crown 8vo, cloth extra, 1_s._ 6_d._

This is a lively, interesting little story, the characters are well marked, and the plot, although simple, is so well worked out as to lead the reader, young or old, on to the last word.

"Will please the eye and the fancy of girls, for its illustrations are as excellent as its letterpress."--_Academy._

"We cannot speak too highly of this delightful little tale. It is charmingly written, and abounds in interesting and laughable incidents."--_Bristol Times._

THE PATRIOT MARTYR:

And other Narratives of Female Heroism in Peace and War. With 2 Coloured Illustrations. 192 pp., cloth extra, 1_s._ 6_d._

"It should be read with interest by every girl who loves to learn what her sex can accomplish in times of difficulty and danger."--_Bristol Times._

THE HAPPY LAD.