ld-life such as we have never had before; she has not
only taken a subject quite new but she has written with such
exquisite delicacy and sweetness the story of the little American
boy's career that even were the situations old the story would be a
notable one.

"Little Lord Fauntleroy," though a book for children, is certainly
not a "juvenile" in the common use of the word, paradoxical as the
statement may seem. The hero is a manly little fellow, a child, but
with all the elements of a man. Mrs. Burnett has made Lord Fauntleroy
a thoughtful boy, and she is right in believing that the stories
children like best are those best worth thinking about when they are
being read.

A NEW EDITION OF AN OLD FAVORITE.

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HANS BRINKER; or, The Silver Skates.

A STORY OF LIFE IN HOLLAND

By MARY MAPES DODGE.

One volume, 12mo, with sixty beautiful illustrations. $1.50.

The cordial appreciation with which "Hans Brinker" was first received
has increased from year to year, until the original plates have
become badly worn from constant use. The publishers have therefore
reissued at half its original price their beautiful Holiday Edition,
of which on its first appearance the Nation said: "We some time ago
expressed our opinion that Mrs. Mary Mapes Dodge's delightful
children's story called 'Hans Brinker; or, The Silver Skates'
deserved an entirely new dress, with illustrations made in Holland
instead of America. The publishers have just issued an edition in
accordance with this suggestion. The pictures are admirable, and the
whole volume, in appearance and contents, need not fear comparison
with any juvenile publication of the year or of many years."

AMONG THE LAW-MAKERS.

By EDMUND ALTON.

With many illustrations of the Government Buildings, Halls of
Congress, etc., etc.

One volume, square 8vo. $2.50.

The author of this book was for four years connected with the
legislative branch of our Government, in the capacity of a Senatorial
page. His record of the memorable scenes and events which came under
his observation is enlivened by anecdotes of public men, humorous and
exciting episodes at the national capitol, and a great variety of
stirring incidents.

THE MAKING OF NEW ENGLAND.

1580--1643.

By SAMUEL ADAMS DRAKE.

With many illustrations and maps. One volume, 12mo. $1.50.

In his preface the author says: "To enhance the interest of this
story, emphasis has been